Archaeologists have discovered hand stencils in limestone caves on Indonesia’s Muna island, dating back up to 67,800 years, making them the oldest known paintings globally. Research by Indonesian and Australian teams indicates these stencils were created by blowing pigment over hands on cave walls, with some fingers reshaped for artistic effect. This finding supports theories of early human migration through Sulawesi and highlights the complex cultural expressions of ancient peoples. The discovery also surpasses previous art found in the region by over 15,000 years.
