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Overview

This topic introduces students to the nature and problems of recording, dating and interpreting prehistoric rock art. Examples will be drawn not only from Australia, but from Europe, North America and Southern Africa.

Aims

This topic aims to:

  • Provide an overview of the major forms of archaeological art and their geographic and chronological distribution
  • Address the ability of art studies to document changes in human behaviour, technology, economy and ideology
  • Identify the major techniques used in the archaeological study of art
  • Develop critical responses to theory and evidence
  • Explore the ethical dimensions of studying Indigenous art and other cultural materials

Requisites information

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