Venus of Hohle Fels

These "Venus" figures are really some of my favorite pieces of art, especially the Venus of Willendorf. The rudimentary power of these figures is astounding. What is important to the creators of these figures? Survival! Fertility is of utmost importance.

Another aspect of these figures is that they are not portraits, these are no specific women. With the de-emphasized arms and legs and no facial features, these have become an "idea" version of the fertile female. It may be a stretch to call them goddesses, but these two figures are definitely starting down that road. These Venuses demonstrate a need to have some type of say, some type of control in a world that is unforgiving.

Cave art debate

Venus of Hohle Fels

Venus of Willendorf