Paleolithic Sandstone Axe - 16.5 cm
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Palaeolithic biface from southern Morocco, made of sandstone quartzite, measuring 16.5 cm long, 10.8 cm wide and 3.5 cm thick, weighing 610 g, with a desert patina and a glossy finish.
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Magnificent authentic Paleolithic biface tool from southern Morocco, made of quartzite sandstone, measuring 16.5 cm.
Paleolithic
Bright desert patina and significant gloss.
Material of very high quality and very aesthetic.
A small recent chip on one side clearly showing the difference in patina.
These cutting tools were made from a retouched large flake that offered a very fine and very sharp active part.
Length 16.5 cm.
Maximum length: 10.8 cm
Maximum thickness: 3.5 cm.
Weight: 610 g
Provenance: southern Morocco.
The lot comes from an old private collection purchased at an auction.
Important information. The seller guarantees that they are authorized to ship this lot.
The seller will handle obtaining the necessary authorizations.
The seller will inform the buyer if it takes more than a few days.
Magnificent authentic Paleolithic biface tool from southern Morocco, made of quartzite sandstone, measuring 16.5 cm.
Paleolithic
Bright desert patina and significant gloss.
Material of very high quality and very aesthetic.
A small recent chip on one side clearly showing the difference in patina.
These cutting tools were made from a retouched large flake that offered a very fine and very sharp active part.
Length 16.5 cm.
Maximum length: 10.8 cm
Maximum thickness: 3.5 cm.
Weight: 610 g
Provenance: southern Morocco.
The lot comes from an old private collection purchased at an auction.
Important information. The seller guarantees that they are authorized to ship this lot.
The seller will handle obtaining the necessary authorizations.
The seller will inform the buyer if it takes more than a few days.
Details
Era
Before 1400
Culture
Paleolithic
Country of Origin
Morocco
Century/ Timeframe
-400 000 ; -150 000
Material
Sandstone
Acquired from
Auction house
Condition
Very good
Year acquired
2025
Country acquired from
France
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
16.5 cm
Width
10.8 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
1950
Depth
3.5 cm
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Overall Length
16.5 cm
Military Context
No
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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.
