Paleolithic handaxe jasper Handaxe
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An exceptionally long and finely worked jasper lanceolate handaxe from the late Acheulean, with a light desert patina and a small tip fracture, otherwise intact; measures 169 × 75 mm, in excellent condition, provenance België / Privécollectie, dating to about 150,000–600,000 BP, supplied with an authenticity certificate.
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Description from the seller
A quite long and beautifully crafted lanceolate fist axe made from jasper.
Light shedding desert patina and, except for a small crack at the tip, completely intact.
Very elegant and a good example from the later Acheulean, a period where H. Erectus is central in NW Africa.
Dimensions: 169 x 75 mm
No restorations
Each sold lot is supplied with a certificate of authenticity.
Provenance:
The provider guarantees that he has obtained this lot in a legal manner.
The parcel comes from a Belgian collection.
Important information:
The provider guarantees that they are authorized to send this parcel.
He will ensure that all necessary permits are obtained.
Will be arranged for the shipping of this parcel.
If more than a few days pass and if specific costs apply, he will inform the buyer about this in a timely manner.
A quite long and beautifully crafted lanceolate fist axe made from jasper.
Light shedding desert patina and, except for a small crack at the tip, completely intact.
Very elegant and a good example from the later Acheulean, a period where H. Erectus is central in NW Africa.
Dimensions: 169 x 75 mm
No restorations
Each sold lot is supplied with a certificate of authenticity.
Provenance:
The provider guarantees that he has obtained this lot in a legal manner.
The parcel comes from a Belgian collection.
Important information:
The provider guarantees that they are authorized to send this parcel.
He will ensure that all necessary permits are obtained.
Will be arranged for the shipping of this parcel.
If more than a few days pass and if specific costs apply, he will inform the buyer about this in a timely manner.
Details
Era
Before 1400
Culture
Paleolithic handaxe
Country of Origin
Africa
Century/ Timeframe
Acheuleaan, App. 150.000 - 600.000 BP
Material
jasper
Acquired from
Private collection
Condition
Excellent
Year acquired
2000
Country acquired from
Belgium
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
Belgium
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Overall Length
169 mm
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
