Spotted Horses and Negative Hands
a. Why is this work significant?
b. How is the "negative handprint" achieved?
c. Where is this located?
A) This work is significant because it had a great meaning for the Paleolithic people. The markings and the figural representation on the walls indicate purpose, and the handprints possibly could mean a signature of sorts.
B) The "negative handprint" was created when the painter places his hand on the surface and then blew, brushed, or spat pigment on his hand, which created an outlining known has his signature.
C) It was located in Pech-Merle, Lot, France.
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