Levantine Rock Art, Honey Collector, c 5500 BCE.

The article focuses on a Stone Age painting of a honey collector, estimated to be about 7,500 years old, discovered in 2021 at the Barranco Gómez rock shelter in the Iberian Mediterranean Basin of Spain. This region, known for its extensive Levantine rock art, contains well-preserved prehistoric paintings that depict narrative scenes of early human activities. The honey collection scene is notable for its detailed depiction of a figure climbing a rope ladder, indicating advanced rope-making skills and cognitive abilities during the early Neolithic period. The article also highlights the significance of honey as an energy-rich food source for early humans and discusses the ongoing risks associated with working at height, drawing parallels between ancient and modern safety concerns.