Identify major works of Western and Non-Western art from the Neo-Lithic to the Post-Modern periods.

You have a choice of the following 2 works of art. Examine and discuss The Lion Panel from the Chauvet cave or choose Stonehenge.

Consider what these ancient objects reveal to us about humans and art.

What is believed to be the function or purpose of these objects?
What does their existence indicate about humans and art?

Think about the topic, then answer. Please avoid comments on Merlin and aliens; we want to keep the discussions to provable/known facts. You must find a reliable online source to use as information. PBS is always a good suggestion for historical works.

You may bring personal experiences into the discussion. Please remember to always attribute any sources used to share your sources with us. Exact citation style in your posts is not required, but an indication of sources is required. In art appreciation and art history, writing more is always better.