From Prehistoric To Nomadic Art – A Synopsis of the History and Development of Tribal Art in Saudi Arabia

Abstract

Rock art is one of the most primitive visual form used to express the rites, rituals, religions, social and economy of early cultures. The visual record on the rocks is the manifestation of past societies of Arabia. For them rock was the only source of communication and documentation of their way of life. Here, in Saudi Arabia we have an excellent and unique record of the daily life of ancient people to whom we call Bedouins. The present Arab traditions and cultures mostly based on their ancient cultures prevailing over several millennia.