SPANISH HISTORY 101. Episode 2. Altamira: the Sistine Chapel of Prehistoric Art

October 06, 2021 00:14:17
SPANISH HISTORY 101. Episode 2. Altamira: the Sistine Chapel of Prehistoric Art
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SPANISH HISTORY 101. Episode 2. Altamira: the Sistine Chapel of Prehistoric Art

Oct 06 2021 | 00:14:17

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Show Notes

Episode 2 takes us to the neolithic period and the cave paintings of Altamira in Cantabria. Authentic masterpieces were made back then. Learn about how the cave was discovered, the difficulties they had at first convincing the scientific world, and what makes this site so special in this history of Spain and in Art History. Enjoy!

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