An Encyclopaedia of Indian Archaeology v1.c18.s7.4

v1.c18.s7.4

No human figures appear to be associated with the earliest paintings but later on they are quite common and we see them with or without the association of animals. In contrast to the careful attention given to the realistic portrayal of animals, human figures are nearly always drawn in a conventionalized manner. They are stick-shaped and are often disproportionately long. Sometimes they are shown wearing a loin-cloth with long tassels hanging behind. There are small family groups and other scenes suggesting tending of the sick and mourning. At BHIMBETKA a man is seen drinking liquid from a pot. [For some interesting scenes see PACHMARHI.]