The "Niaux Cave Goat" refers to this famous prehistoric cave painting, in the Salon Noir (Black Room) of the Grotte de Niaux, located in the French Pyrenees. It was created by Magdalenian artists around 10,000-17,000 years ago during the Paleolithic period. Artists used black charcoal and manganese to depict ibexes (wild mountain goats) with remarkable anatomical precision, including curved horns and muscle structure. Researchers even discovered the skeletal remains of a goat pointing the animal’s actual presence within the cave. Our 1-inch thick, polished blocks stand on flat surfaces and are made from a special cast method that gives them superior clarity, depth, and realism. The image in the print is created using the artisan Giclee or inkjet process providing a unique viewing experience, as if you are looking into the cave! It’s a stunning piece that would make a great addition to any shelf, desk, or table!