The hand on the wall

"The Hand on the Wall" is a significant scholarly book by Max Raphael that deals with art history, particularly prehistoric cave painting. Raphael, an influential art historian, questions traditional approaches to art historiography and brings fresh perspectives to the discussion. This work highlights the artistic and civilizational capabilities of prehistoric people. The text "The Iconography of Quaternary Art" is published here for the first time and offers an in-depth analysis of the iconography of cave painting. Raphael demonstrates that this art form possesses its own modes of contemplation and a complex order that remains relevant to this day. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in art history and the development of human creativity.