Upper Paleolithic Collection

Venus of Brassempouy
The Venus of Brassempouy carved out of ivory some 18, 000 years ago and discovered in Brassempouy, France. Believed to have been carved during the last stage of the Upper Palaeolithic age

Cave painting of a boar, artwork
Cave painting of a boar. Artwork of a cave painting found on the roof of the Altamira Cave in northern Spain, which was inhabited during the the Upper Palaeolithic period

Cave paintings found in the Cave of Altamira (mural)
3507349 Cave paintings found in the Cave of Altamira (mural) by Prehistoric; (add.info.: Cave painting found in the Cave of Altamira, located in Cantabria, Spain)

Cave paintings found in the Cave of Altamira (mural)
3507348 Cave paintings found in the Cave of Altamira (mural) by Prehistoric; (add.info.: Cave painting found in the Cave of Altamira, located in Cantabria, Spain)

Aurignacian Skeleton "The Fossil Man of Menton"at Balzi Rossi Caves, Liguria, Italy - 43, 000 to 37
Prehistoric early homo sapien Aurignacian Skeleton " The Fossil Man of Menton" (Menton Man) at Balzi Rossi Caves, Liguria, Italy from Magasin Pittoresque

Copy of a rock painting at the Altamira Caves depicting a stag belling
XIR164285 Copy of a rock painting at the Altamira Caves depicting a stag belling (pen & ink on paper) (b/w photo) by Fauconnet (19th-early 20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Staghorn harpoons, with a double row of teeth and a circular section (Urdax Caves)

Female Head from Brassempovy, France, Upper Paleolithic, (c20th century)
Female Head from Brassempovy, France, Upper Paleolithic, Gravettian Period (c20th century). Mammoth Ivory

Paleolithic cave-painting of Bison from Lascaux, France. c50, 000-c10, 000 BC
Paleolithic cave-painting of Bison from Lascaux, France, 50, 000-10, 000BC. Paleolithic age is a prehistoric period of human history distinguished by the development of the most primitive stone

Cromagnon Skull Upper Paleolithic from France, c50, 000BC-c10, 000 BC
Cromagnon Skull Upper Paleolithic from France, c50, 000-10, 000 BC. Paleolithic age is a prehistoric period of human history distinguished by the development of the most primitive stone tools

Ivory and bone tools, Upper Palaeolithic C016 / 5026
Ivory and bone tools, Upper Palaeolithic. These items date from between 18, 000 and 30, 000 years ago. From upper left to lower right they are

France, Pyrenees, Isturitz, Reindeer horn carved into the shape of a feline
Prehistory - Upper Paleolithic - Pyrenees - Isturitz - Reindeer horn carved into the shape of a feline

France, perforated reindeer horn tool carved into the shape of foxs head, from Le Placard
Prehistory, France, Upper Paleolithic - Perforated reindeer horn tool carved into the shape of a foxs head, from Le Placard (Charente)

France, Bone tools including harpoons, projectile points and needles
Prehistory, France, Upper Paleolithic, Late Magdalenian - Bone tools: harpoons, projectile points, needles

France, reconstruction of bull rock paintings of Lascaux caves
Prehistory, France, Upper Paleolithic, Perigordian - Reconstruction of the rock paintings of Lascaux caves - Bulls

France, Aquitaine, Lascaux Grotto, Restoration intervention on upper Paleolithic cave painting
France - Aquitaine - Decorated Grottoes of the Vezere Valley (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1979). Lascaux Grotto, restoration intervention on upper Paleolithic cave painting

Nerja Cave, Andalucia, Spain
Interior of the so called Cataclysm Chamber in the Nerja caves complex. Discovered by accident in 1959 by local children, the cave complex extends over 7 km into the Karstified limestone landscape of

Carved artefacts, Upper Palaeolithic C016 / 5307
Carved artefacts, Upper Palaeolithic. These prehistoric artefacts dates from 11, 000 to 18, 000 years ago. At top is a mammoth tusk carved to depict a reindeer (head at left)

Prehistoric shells, Aurignacian culture C013 / 7389
Prehistoric shells. These shells were used as ornaments by people from the prehistoric Aurignacian culture. These early humans lived in Europe in the Late Stone Age (Upper Paleolithic), between 45

Limestone lamp, Magdalenian, from France
Limestone lamp of Magdalenian age, 11, 000 - 18, 000 years old (Upper Palaeolithic) from La Mouthe, France

Aurignacian tools
A bone point, probably a spearhead and a flint end-scraper tool of Aurignacian age, 30, 000 - 34, 000 years old from France

Limestone lamp with ibex carved on back
Limestone lamp with ibex carving, of Magdalenian age, 11, 000 - 18, 000 years old (Upper Palaeolithic) from La Mouthe, France

Venus in limestone
Figure of a woman, or Venus, engraved in limestone, Gravettian age 22, 000 - 30, 000 years old (Upper Palaeolithic) from Abri Pataud in France. Created by Cro-Magnon man

Harpoon carved from antler
Cast of an antler harpoon from the Magdalenian culture, 11, 000-18, 000 years ago (Upper Palaeolithic)

Bone needles of Magdalenian age
Bone needles dating back to about 15, 000 years ago. The Magdalenian tools discovered in France are believed to have belonged to early Homo sapiens who hunted reindeer during the last ice age

1863 Lartet Prehistoric symbolic carving
Plate from Edouard Lartet and Henry Christy " Reliquiae Aquitanicae" 1865-1875. Williams and Norgate, London, 1875

Prehistoric shamanism. Artwork of a shaman engaging in a ritual dance in front of a cave painting of a bison (upper left)

1863 Lartet Prehistoric barbed harpoons
Plate from Edouard Lartet and Henry Christy " Reliquiae Aquitanicae" 1865-1875. Williams and Norgate, London, 1875

1863 Lartet Prehistoric animal carving
Plate from Edouard Lartet and Henry Christy " Reliquiae Aquitanicae" 1865-1875. Williams and Norgate, London, 1875

Cave painting of a bison, artwork
Cave painting of a bison. Artwork of a cave painting found on the roof of the Altamira Cave in northern Spain, which was inhabited during the the Upper Palaeolithic period

Rock engraving of reindeer, artwork
Rock engraving of reindeer. Artwork of a prehistoric engraving found on a piece of schist rock. It is thought to be from the Abri de Laugerie Bas

Cave painting of horse and hind, artwork
Cave painting of a horse and a hind. Artwork of a cave painting found on the roof of the Altamira Cave in northern Spain, which was inhabited during the the Upper Palaeolithic period

Stone Age Artists
Coloured illustration depicting Stone Age artists of the Upper Palaeolithic or Reindeer Period. Their art dates from 32, 000 to 10, 000 years ago

Mammoth, prehistoric bone art. This image of a mammoth has been scratched onto a piece of mammoths tusk. It was found in the cave of La Madeleine, Dordogne, France

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The Upper Paleolithic era, spanning from approximately 50, 000 to 10, 000 BC, was a time of remarkable artistic expression and cultural development. This period witnessed the creation of awe-inspiring artworks that continue to captivate us today. One such masterpiece is the Venus of Brassempouy, a small ivory figurine depicting a woman's face. Crafted with intricate detail and precision, this artifact offers a glimpse into the aesthetic sensibilities of our ancient ancestors. Cave paintings also played an integral role in Upper Paleolithic art. The depiction of a boar on cave walls showcases the skillful use of pigments and natural materials by early humans. These paintings not only served as visual narratives but also reflected their deep connection with nature. Horses were another popular subject in these prehistoric artworks. The Paintings Hall in Pech-Merle Cave, France features stunning depictions of horses that highlight the artist's keen observation skills and ability to capture movement with minimalistic strokes. In addition to artwork, archaeological discoveries shed light on human evolution during this period. The Aurignacian Skeleton known as "The Fossil Man of Menton" found at Balzi Rossi Caves provides valuable insights into our ancestral lineage from 43, 000 to 37, 000 years ago. Rock paintings like those found at Altamira Caves offer glimpses into daily life during the Upper Paleolithic era. A copy depicting a stag belling demonstrates both artistic talent and an intimate understanding of animal behavior. Tools used by our ancient ancestors were equally impressive. Staghorn harpoons discovered in Urdax Caves showcase innovative design elements such as double rows of teeth and circular sections for enhanced functionality in hunting activities. Female Head from Brassempovy is yet another testament to the craftsmanship prevalent during this era. Carved out meticulously using ivory or bone material, it exemplifies how early humans explored different mediums for artistic expression.