The genesis of the linear complex is of topmost importance for revolving the neolithization problem of Central Europe. The problem mentioned above is here treated based on Lithic inventories. Lithic illusory of Alfold and East Slovakia linear circle leans on Starčevo – Körös complex and appears to be its topologically and technological continuation. It is, therefore, possible to consider East Linear ceramics as a later phase of the »barbotino« complex. However, it is much more difficult to trace the origin of the west linear complex. In its older phase art is quite different from the »barbotine« circle but is very similar to the Vinča group from its middle phase. Although it does not explain the genesis of the west linear complex, it is at least indisputable that it stands under strong Vinča influence from the middle phase
