Neolithic Stone Axe Head (No reserve price)
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
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Neolithic Stone Axe Head, 9 cm in length, complete and worn from use with an ancient patina, illustrating a typical ground stone tool for woodworking dated ca. 6000–3000 BC.
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Neolithic Stone Axe Head
Culture
Neolithic
Date
ca. 6000–3000 BC
Description
Stone axe head carved from hard stone, with elongated and regularised form. The object shows a thicker poll and a functional edge, now worn, consistent with prolonged use. The surfaces present ancient abrasion and a stable archaeological patina. Its morphology and proportions are typical of Neolithic ground stone tools used for woodworking and daily activities. The piece is intact and unmounted.
Dimensions
Length: 9 cm
Condition
Complete. Wear consistent with age and use. No modern restoration.
Provenance
French private collection, formed before 1970.
Neolithic Stone Axe Head
Culture
Neolithic
Date
ca. 6000–3000 BC
Description
Stone axe head carved from hard stone, with elongated and regularised form. The object shows a thicker poll and a functional edge, now worn, consistent with prolonged use. The surfaces present ancient abrasion and a stable archaeological patina. Its morphology and proportions are typical of Neolithic ground stone tools used for woodworking and daily activities. The piece is intact and unmounted.
Dimensions
Length: 9 cm
Condition
Complete. Wear consistent with age and use. No modern restoration.
Provenance
French private collection, formed before 1970.
Details
Culture
Neolithic
Century/ Timeframe
ca. 6000–3000 BC
Name of object
Stone Axe Head
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2025
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1970
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
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