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Prehistory: Sweden, 15th-5th centuries B. C. Bronze Age. Rock carvings at Tanum (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1994) representing a snake in front of a man

Prehistory: Sweden, 15th-5th centuries B. C. Bronze Age. Rock carvings at Tanum (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1994) representing a snake in front of a man


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Prehistory: Sweden, 15th-5th centuries B. C. Bronze Age. Rock carvings at Tanum (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1994) representing a snake in front of a man

Prehistory: Sweden - 15th-5th centuries b.C. - Bronze Age. Rock carvings at Tanum (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1994) representing a snake in front of a man

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1st Millennium Bc 2nd Millennium Bc Ancient Art Bronze Age Confrontation Painted Prehistory Prehistory And Protohistory Primitivism Rock Snake Stone Sweden Tanum Textured Unesco World Heritage List Animal Representation Rock Carvings


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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back in time to the Bronze Age in Sweden, specifically the 15th-5th centuries B. C. The image showcases an extraordinary rock carving at Tanum, which has earned its rightful place on UNESCO's World Heritage List since 1994. Here, we witness a mesmerizing confrontation between a snake and a man. The textured stone canvas adds depth and authenticity to this ancient artwork that represents the primitive artistic style of that era. The snake stands tall and menacingly before the human figure, painted with intricate details that highlight their coexistence within this historical narrative. As we delve into this piece of artistry from prehistory, it is impossible not to marvel at how our ancestors skillfully captured animal themes through their creative expressions. This particular representation of both snake and man symbolizes a significant moment or belief system prevalent during those times. With no people present in the frame, we are left alone with these remnants of ancient art carved onto rocks by skilled hands long ago. It serves as a reminder of our connection to history and how humanity has evolved over millennia. Immerse yourself in this remarkable snapshot from Tanum's rock carvings - an invaluable glimpse into Sweden's rich cultural heritage during prehistoric times.

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