The Roots of Visual Depiction in Art: Neuroarchaeology, Neuroscience and Evolution

by Derek Hodgson

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Why ancient humans first began to represent animals is a question that has led to a bewildering number of theories since cave art was discovered in the 19th century. Drawing on insights from visual science, evolution, and art theory, the book takes the reader on a unique and intriguing journey showing how the development of visual imagery in the human brain throughout evolution eventually led to the first figurative depictions of animals 37,000 years ago.
  • ISBN13 9781527562080
  • Publish Date 14 December 2020
  • Publish Status Active
  • Publish Country GB
  • Imprint Cambridge Scholars Publishing
  • Edition 2nd Unabridged edition
  • Format Paperback
  • Pages 198
  • Language English