Paleolithic Quartzite Paleolithic chopper
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Paleolithic chopper in quartzite, dating to 180,000–70,000 years ago, in good condition and measuring 80 by 79 mm, originating from a Belgian private collection and acquired in 2000, with an authenticity certificate supplied for this lot.
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Description from the seller
This chopper was made from local quartzite. The site of Alpiarça south of Lisbon has yielded quite a lot of Middle Paleolithic material during the construction of a swimming pool and a park. These choppers are associated with tools from the later Acheulean (Micoquian) of this find site.
Soft patinated roll traces, intact, no restorations. Beautiful processing marks (see detail photos).
Dimensions 80 x 79 mm
An authenticity certificate is provided with each lot sold.
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 it takes longer than a few days, he will inform the buyer about this in a timely manner.
This chopper was made from local quartzite. The site of Alpiarça south of Lisbon has yielded quite a lot of Middle Paleolithic material during the construction of a swimming pool and a park. These choppers are associated with tools from the later Acheulean (Micoquian) of this find site.
Soft patinated roll traces, intact, no restorations. Beautiful processing marks (see detail photos).
Dimensions 80 x 79 mm
An authenticity certificate is provided with each lot sold.
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 it takes longer than a few days, he will inform the buyer about this in a timely manner.
Details
Culture
Paleolithic
Century/ Timeframe
180.000 - 70.000 jaar oud
Name of object
Paleolithic chopper
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2000
Material
Quartzite
Country acquired from
Belgium
Condition
Good
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
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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.
