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23-MAR-2013 Jola Dziubinska

Capitol Reef NP - Petroglyph Panel

Capitol Reef NP, Utah

Rock art figures created by ancient Native Americans can be seen in several places in Capitol Reef National Park. Most are attributed to the Fremont Culture, which existed in areas of Utah from approximately AD 600 - 1300.
These found along Utah Highway 24 depict people, animals and other shapes and forms on rock surfaces.
Anthropomorphic (human-like) figures usually have trapezoidal shaped bodies with arms, legs and fingers. The figures are often elaborately decorated with headdresses, ear bobs, necklaces, clothing items and facial expressions.
A wide variety of zoomorphic (animal-like) figures include bighorn sheep, deer, dogs, birds, snakes and lizards. Abstract designs, geometric shapes and hand prints are also common.

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Helen Betts15-Feb-2014 08:32
Fascinating photograph and information. Great detail in the rock, and that light is super. V.
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