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4,000-year-old painted stone in Indonesia reveals art carried by ancient Austronesian voyagers

Source: Times of India
Category: Technology
Region: General
Published: August 19, 2026 at 14:30

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A painted stone found on Indonesia's Wetar Island offers ancient insights. This artifact dates back over 4,000 years and shows early artistic traditions. The artwork predates Neolithic pottery, revealing a significant cultural development. Portable symbols likely traveled with Austronesian voyagers across islands. This discovery reshapes our understanding of ancient maritime cultural exchanges.

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