History, origins and types of art

The word ART originated from a Latin word ‘ARTI ‘ which means “to do well”. Art activities could be traced to the early man, who wrote and drew on cave walls, rock surfaces, Wood and hides. Although most of these materials are aged, weathered and perished.

Introduction to art – History of art – Early men

Art Techniques Used by the Early Men
Scratching
Engravings
Incised drawings
Graffiti
Painting
Art Tools Used by the Early Men
These are sharp and hard tools (hunting and farming implements). They include:

Sharp stones
Bones
Wood
Ivory
Materials Used by the Early Men
Animals’ blood
Earth colors (clay mixed with animal fat)
Colors from plants
Cave art was basically done for magical purpose for attracting animals which are subsequently killed, and as objects of worship. Such art were discovered at Altamira in Northern Spain, Lascaux Cave in Southern France, Tassili and Tibesli Plateau in North Africa.

EVALUATION

State three definitions of art
Mention two materials used by the early men.
Identify three techniques used by the early men.