51,200-Year-Old Cave Painting in Indonesia Rewrites History

New dating technique identifies Sulawesi artwork as the oldest known narrative scene, challenging Eurocentric views on early art.

The painting depicts a pig and three human-like figures, suggesting early visual storytelling.
Researchers used a laser technique to date the artwork, marking a significant advancement in rock art dating.
The discovery predates Europe's oldest cave paintings by over 10,000 years.
The scene may represent the earliest example of humans using images to convey stories.
The findings highlight the importance of Southeast Asia in the history of human artistic expression.