Photographic exhibition: The first cave paintings of Madagascar

This exhibition of photos of Madagascar’s first rock paintings, discovered during Naturevolution expeditions in 2010 and 2011, features 11 60cm x 90cm panels printed on pvc. The paintings have been selected for their great diversity and for the subjects they represent. A presentation panel explains what we know about these paintings and their interest in understanding the history of the settlement of Madagascar.

Synopsis :

Made up of hundreds of intricate canyons, the Makay massif is one of nature’s most monumental works of art. Completely unexplored, this extraordinary and virtually unknown mountain range of Madagascar is one of the most inaccessible points on the globe. Its several hundred metre valleys have isolated ecosystems and animal and plant species that have been unique in the world for millions of years. They have also been the refuge or place of passage and ritual of ancient ethnic groups, and thus present invaluable archaeological treasures for understanding the history of human settlement in Madagascar.
The photographs in this exhibition are the result of two scientific expeditions to inventory the biodiversity and archaeological riches of this rugged landscape, during which many new species were discovered, as well as numerous tombs and over 600 paintings covering the walls of numerous caves, making them the very first decorated caves in Madagascar.

Below are the exhibition panels (click to enlarge):

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Features:

– indoor exhibition
– 10 photographic panels measuring 60 cm x 90 cm
– 1 exhibition presentation panel (in French)
– prints on pvc
– can be fixed to any surface
– lighting available for each photo
– transport in a package measuring 100X70cm and weighing 15kg

Assets :

– Spectacular large-format images
– Presentation of the first cave paintings in Madagascar
– Fashionable, tried-and-tested exhibition format
– Raising awareness among a wide audience
– Spreading scientific culture beyond the walls

Exhibitions dates:

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