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An introduction to the study of prehistoric art (1915)

Parkyn, Ernest Albert, b. 1857 · London, New York [etc.] : Longmans, Green and Co. · leaf 160

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tures are clearly distinguishable (Fig. 148).The forehead is high and straight with slightly markedsuperciliary eminences. The nose is aquiline, and the mouthprojects somewhat above a prominent chin. The hair isindicated by a series of vertical lines. The right hand israised to the face, the left… … Fig. 149.—Alpera (Albacate). Paintings in red and brown on wall of rock shelter. American Indian chiefs. Many of them carry dozvs and arrows, and several are in the act of drawing the bow, in some cases on animals in realistic attitudes (Fig. 149). In fact these little hunters are seen in all kinds…

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