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Space Analysis in Palaeolithic Cave Art: Towards a Multidisciplinary and Integrated Approach

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We present a revision of the concept of space in Palaeolithic cave art. Previous research attempting to approach this notion encounters several gaps, which surface on multiple levels: subjectivity, vagueness, restrictions on its conceptualisation, its illustration (two-dimensional description and representation), among others. We reassess the key elements at play, interpretative attempts, and theoretical concepts to gain a better understanding of the notion of space as applied to cave art. This is achieved by examining the historiography not only in prehistory but also in related disciplines, integrating new theoretical approaches and insights from ethnoarchaeology, linguistics, cognitive science, and analytic philosophy. Following this analysis of the existing research, we propose a new method to address the aforementioned issues. This method relies on digital quantitative tools for spatial analysis and three-dimensional representation, such as geographic information systems (GIS) and 3D visualisation. Through the application of these advanced technological tools, we aim to offer a more comprehensive and precise representation of the spatial aspects in Palaeolithic cave art, enabling researchers to analyse and comprehend the complexities of spatial distribution in a systematic and quantitative manner.
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hal-04875781 , version 1 (09-01-2025)

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Olga Spaey, Diego Garate, Aritz Irurtzun. Space Analysis in Palaeolithic Cave Art: Towards a Multidisciplinary and Integrated Approach. Journal of Archaeological Method and Theory, 2024, 31 (4), pp.1803-1842. ⟨10.1007/s10816-024-09655-8⟩. ⟨hal-04875781⟩
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