Asked by Carina McCarver on Jun 19, 2024
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What best describes the material of the Ain Ghazal figures?
A) Ocher and charcoal
B) Plaster and reed
C) Incised stone
D) Carved antler
Ain Ghazal Figures
Prehistoric statues found in Jordan, dating to the Neolithic period, notable for their large size and stylized human features.
Plaster And Reed
Building materials used historically in construction, particularly for making walls and ceilings, by applying wet plaster over a lattice of reeds or lath.
Ocher And Charcoal
Natural pigments used since prehistoric times for art, ocher is an earthy pigment ranging in color from yellow to deep orange or brown, while charcoal is a black substance made by burning wood with reduced oxygen.
- Explain the material composition and significance of prehistoric sculptures.
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Learning Objectives
- Explain the material composition and significance of prehistoric sculptures.
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