Scientists have announced the extraordinary discovery of the world’s most ancient known cave art: a 67,800-year-old hand stencil unearthed in Indonesia. This remarkable imprint, characterized by its unusual, claw-like design, offers compelling evidence of sophisticated symbolic thought and potentially deeply rooted spiritual beliefs among our distant ancestors. Furthermore, this significant archaeological find strengthens the argument that early humans reached the continent of Australia at least 65,000 years ago, providing invaluable insights into the creative lives and profound cultural expressions of humanity’s earliest populations.
This 67,800-Year-Old Handprint is the Oldest Art Ever Found
By Rupert Blackwood
Investigative journalist based in Sheffield, focusing on technology's impact on society. Rupert specializes in cybercrime's effect on communities, from online fraud targeting elderly residents to cryptocurrency scams. His reporting examines social media manipulation, digital surveillance, and how criminal networks operate in cyberspace. With expertise in computer systems, he connects technical complexity with real-world consequences for ordinary people