Paleolithic jasper/flint Paleolithic biface
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Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
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Paleolithic biface from the Acheulean period (c. 150,000–400,000 BP), fashioned in jasper/flint with a glossy desert patina, in very good condition with no restorations, from a Belgian private collection, dimensions 88 × 61 mm, supplied with an authenticity certificate.
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Small cordiform hand axe from the Middle Paleolithic. Originating from Mauritania. Made from beautiful jasper/flint with a glossy desert patina.
Dimensions 88 x 61 mm
In perfect condition, no restorations.
Comes with an authenticity certificate.
Provenance
The provider guarantees that he has obtained this property lot in a legal manner.
The parcel comes from a Belgian collection.
Important information
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She will ensure that all necessary permits that are required
Arrangements will be made for the shipment of this lot.
If it takes longer than a few days, he will inform the buyer about this in a timely manner.
Small cordiform hand axe from the Middle Paleolithic. Originating from Mauritania. Made from beautiful jasper/flint with a glossy desert patina.
Dimensions 88 x 61 mm
In perfect condition, no restorations.
Comes with an authenticity certificate.
Provenance
The provider guarantees that he has obtained this property lot in a legal manner.
The parcel comes from a Belgian collection.
Important information
The provider guarantees that he is authorized to send this lot.
She will ensure that all necessary permits that are required
Arrangements will be made for the shipment of this lot.
If it takes longer than a few days, he will inform the buyer about this in a timely manner.
Details
Culture
Paleolithic
Century/ Timeframe
Acheuleaan 150.000 - 400.000 BP
Name of object
Paleolithic biface
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2000
Material
jasper/flint
Country acquired from
Belgium
Condition
Very 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.
