The Gravettian Culture - Lords of the Mammoth Steppe

Explore the fascinating world of the Gravettian culture in this 28-minute video that delves into the lives of mammoth hunters who thrived across Europe during the Upper Paleolithic period. Discover how these ancient societies developed complex social structures, created the world's first ceramics, and produced the famous Venus figurines. Learn about their origins, physical characteristics, mobility patterns, and artistic achievements. Examine the significance of personal ornaments and cultural artifacts found at sites like Dolní Věstonice and Sungir. Investigate the emergence of social inequality through burial practices and grave goods. Uncover the legacy of these "Lords of the Mammoth Steppe" and their ultimate fate as the video traces the history of the Gravettian people from their beginnings to their final days.