Скачать или смотреть Neanderthal Art: Ochre Crayons and Mark-Making Tools Discovered

Uncover the fascinating world of Neanderthal creativity! A new study reveals that Neanderthals may have been artists, using ochre to create tools for drawing and marking. Archaeologists analyzed ancient ochre fragments from Neanderthal sites, dating back up to 70,000 years.
The findings suggest that Neanderthals intentionally shaped ochre into crayons, repeatedly resharpening them for use. These crayons were likely used for drawing, indicating a level of artistic expression and symbolism. This discovery challenges previous beliefs about Neanderthal capabilities and suggests they may have been more culturally advanced than we thought.
Explore the evidence and learn how these ancient humans expressed their creativity through art and mark-making.