From Earth To Artefact: Prehistoric Pottery Discoveries in Malaysia
By Suresh Narayanan
August 2025 FEATURE
EARTHENWARE POTTERY REMAINS one of the most significant indicators of technological and cultural development in prehistoric societies, particularly during the Neolithic period. In Malaysia, the Neolithic culture is believed to have begun around 4,000 to 4,500 years ago, and is represented by more than 100 archaeological sites across the country. This culture is characterised by features such as extended burials and artefacts like earthenware pottery, polished stone tools (adze), bark beaters as well as stone and shell bracelets. Broadly, the...
Suresh Narayanan
