The 37 Most Famous Pieces of Art in History
In Chronological Order
1. Venus of Willendorf (c. 25,000-20,000 BCE)
This small, female figurine is one of the oldest known works of art. It is carved from limestone and is thought to represent a fertility goddess.
2. Lascaux Cave Paintings (c. 15,000-10,000 BCE)
These prehistoric cave paintings are some of the most famous and well-preserved examples of early human art. They depict animals, humans, and abstract symbols.
3. Stonehenge (c. 3000-2000 BCE)
This large, circular monument is one of the most iconic and mysterious structures in the world. It is thought to have been used for religious or ceremonial purposes.
4. Great Pyramids of Giza (c. 2580-2560 BCE)
These massive pyramids are some of the most famous and iconic structures in the world. They were built as tombs for the pharaohs Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure.
5. Rosetta Stone (c. 196 BCE)
This large, stone slab contains a decree issued by the pharaoh Ptolemy V Epiphanes in three scripts: hieroglyphics, demotic, and Greek. It was discovered in 1799 and helped scholars decipher hieroglyphics.
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