Saharan rock art

Saharan rock art, primarily found in Algeria's Tassili-n-Ajjer region, consists of prehistoric paintings and engravings on rock surfaces. These artworks, with some dating back approximately 7,000 years, are categorized into distinct styles. Early works include the "Round Heads" and naturalistic "Bovidian" paintings depicting pastoral scenes. Later styles, such as those from the "Horse and Camel periods," emerged with the introduction of the wheel around 3,000 years ago. Engravings also feature prominently, including the naturalistic "Bubaline" school, which depicted both domestic and extinct wild animals like the giant buffalo. This art provides valuable insights into the region's ancient environment and human activities.12