Instructions. In a short bond paper, Enumerate the purpose and distinct characteristics of the paintings in the following era. Complete the below.
PRE-HISTORIC ERA PAINTING
EGYPTIAN ERA PAINTING
PURPOSE
CHARACTERISTICS
PURPOSE
CHARACTERISTICS
Answer (1)
PRE-HISTORIC ERA PAINTING PURPOSE - Ritualistic and Spiritual: Many believe cave paintings served religious or shamanistic purposes, possibly to ensure successful hunts, communicate with spirits, or perform rituals .- Record Keeping: Some theories suggest paintings documented animals, landscapes, and daily life, serving as a visual record of their world .- Aesthetic Appreciation: While debated, the sheer artistry suggests an inherent appreciation for aesthetics and creative expression . CHARACTERISTICS - Figurative and Abstract: Paintings depict both realistic animals (often large game) and abstract symbols, whose meaning is still debated .- Limited Color Palette: Primarily earth tones (reds, browns, blacks) derived from natural pigments like ochre and charcoal .- Location: Found in caves and rock shelters, often in difficult-to-reach areas .- Simple Techniques: Direct application of pigment to the rock surface, sometimes with outlines or layering . EGYPTIAN ERA PAINTING PURPOSE - Religious and Funerary: Dominated by religious themes, paintings adorned tombs to ensure the deceased's passage to the afterlife and provide them with necessities .- Record Keeping and Documentation: Paintings also depicted scenes of daily life, royal events, and historical narratives, serving as a form of record-keeping .- Political Propaganda: Paintings often glorified pharaohs and their achievements, reinforcing their power and divine status . CHARACTERISTICS - Canonical Style: Followed strict conventions in depicting human figures (profile views, rigid poses), animals, and scenes .- Vibrant Colors: Used bright, symbolic colors (e.g., blue for the Nile, gold for divinity) to enhance the religious and narrative aspects .- Hieroglyphic Integration: Paintings often incorporated hieroglyphs, adding textual information and enhancing the narrative .- Mediums: Primarily found on tomb walls (fresco), papyrus scrolls, and sarcophagi .
