Cave Painting of Karp Dating Back 4,000 Years Discovered in Siberia
Archaeologists in Khakassia, Siberia, have unearthed a cave painting dating back approximately 4,000 years, offering a significant new insight into the Okunevo culture. Director Timofey Kljucknikov of the Archaeological and Research in Siberia (AIS) organization announced the discovery on June 16, 2026. The painting, depicting the Karp, was located near the Stolbovy Sorts and represents a previously unseen depiction of the fish on a cave wall.
Previously, similar images had only been found on burial plates associated with the 3rd to 2nd millennium BC Okunevo culture. “This new Okunevo frame is found near the Stolbovy Sorts in Khakassia,” Kljucknikov stated to TASS. “Vaccine paintings have never been seen on the carp, only on burial plates.”
The discovery is considered particularly important for the study of ancient settlements in the region.
Researchers believe the painting’s unique location – within a cave – distinguishes it from other known petroglyphs of the Okunevo culture. Further investigation of the site is planned to gather more information about the settlement and the artistic practices of the people who created the painting. The find highlights the ongoing potential for archaeological discoveries in Siberia.
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This incredible discovery provides a remarkable glimpse into the lives and artistic traditions of people who lived thousands of years ago.