Recreating Rock Art with Stephen Townley Bassett - Rock Art 152
In this episode, Alan is joined by Stephen Townley Bassett, a forensic artist dedicated to preserving and recreating San rock art with striking accuracy. Using natural materials like ochre, charcoal, and egg shell, Stephen reconstructs ancient paintings in the same way they were originally made—millimeter by millimet.
With decades of field experience across Southern Africa, his work highlights the intersection of art, archaeology, and conservation, offering a powerful visual record of a fragile cultural legacy under threat.
Transcripts
Links
Stephen’s Sapien’s article on ‘Re-imaginging Rock Art in Southern Africa’
Stephen Townley Bassett: Saving African Cave Art - Painted Dog Gallery
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