Hand stencils discovered in Indonesia are world's oldest-known rock art
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Faint ochre outlines of hands thought to be at least 67,800 years old are the oldest rock art yet discovered. Archaeologists say the discovery of the Indonesian cave art backs up estimates of when humans first reached Australia.
  • Optional@lemmy.world
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    6 days ago

    Many of the hand stencils on Sulawesi use a technique to producing narrow fingers, which is unique to the area.  (Supplied: Ahdi Agus Oktaviana)normal

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  • kamenlady@lemmy.world
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    6 days ago

    Tagging always was a thing it seems

    While this ancient hand stencil found in Liang Metanduno is extremely faint, pointy fingers can be seen next to the more recent cave art.