Paleolithic Flint Bifaces - 110 mm (No reserve price)
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Description from the seller
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Acheulean bifaces from France:
- Biface measuring 11 x 5.8 cm with one side slightly patinated, the other with numerous impact marks similar to a percussion tool, with barely visible fissures, resembling stratification.
- Biface measuring 7.7 x 5.5 cm, small biface of oval-shaped type with a nice patina.
Pieces purchased in 1998 from an old French collector named Mr. L who has been prospecting since 1945.
If possible, send via Mondial Relay, and specify whether it's to be delivered to a home address or a 'Locker' (send to home if no specific instruction is given).
Spain, Portugal, Poland, send only in 'Locker'.
No shipments outside the European Union.
No shipments outside the European Union.
Acheulean bifaces from France:
- Biface measuring 11 x 5.8 cm with one side slightly patinated, the other with numerous impact marks similar to a percussion tool, with barely visible fissures, resembling stratification.
- Biface measuring 7.7 x 5.5 cm, small biface of oval-shaped type with a nice patina.
Pieces purchased in 1998 from an old French collector named Mr. L who has been prospecting since 1945.
If possible, send via Mondial Relay, and specify whether it's to be delivered to a home address or a 'Locker' (send to home if no specific instruction is given).
Spain, Portugal, Poland, send only in 'Locker'.
No shipments outside the European Union.
Details
Culture
Paleolithic
Century/ Timeframe
- 300000 avant JC ( Acheuléenne )
Name of object
Bifaces
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
1998
Material
Flint
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Very good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
110 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
1940
Width
58 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
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.
