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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 Flint Scraper, a lithic scraper made from flint (chert) dating to c. 6000–3000 BC, with a compact oval-elliptical shape and a well-developed cutting margin; length 73.6 mm, condition intact with minor edge wear and patina, provenance French private collection, acquired 2025 via auction in France.
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Neolithic Flint Scraper
Culture
Neolithic
Dating
c. 6000–3000 BC
Material
Flint (chert)
Description
Lithic scraper made on a thick flint flake, showing intentional marginal retouch along the working edge. The tool presents a compact oval-elliptical shape with a well-developed cutting margin, consistent with Neolithic scraping implements used for hide processing and woodworking. The surface displays a natural patina and ancient wear marks, confirming prolonged use.
Dimensions
Length: 73.6 mm
Condition
Intact. Minor edge wear and natural surface patina consistent with age and use.
Provenance
French private collection, assembled before 1970.
Neolithic Flint Scraper
Culture
Neolithic
Dating
c. 6000–3000 BC
Material
Flint (chert)
Description
Lithic scraper made on a thick flint flake, showing intentional marginal retouch along the working edge. The tool presents a compact oval-elliptical shape with a well-developed cutting margin, consistent with Neolithic scraping implements used for hide processing and woodworking. The surface displays a natural patina and ancient wear marks, confirming prolonged use.
Dimensions
Length: 73.6 mm
Condition
Intact. Minor edge wear and natural surface patina consistent with age and use.
Provenance
French private collection, assembled before 1970.
Details
Culture
Neolithic
Century/ Timeframe
c. 6000–3000 BC
Name of object
Flint Scraper
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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