Paleolithic Quartzite Large paleolithic handaxe
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A very large Paleolithic handaxe made from dark patinated quartzite, dating to about 400,000–800,000 BP, measuring 162 × 116 mm, provenance from a Belgian private collection, in excellent condition with original authenticity.
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Very large paleolithic biface with archaic knapping made from dark patinated quartzite. Originating from the surroundings of Ouarzazate in the southern part of Morocco where many Acheulean finds are known. These early and primitive hand axes were made by a form of Homo Erectus.
Dimensions: 162 x 116 mm
In perfect condition, no restorations.
Each sold item/lot will be provided with a certificate of authenticity
Provenance/origin:
The seller can show that the lot was obtained legally.
The lot is sourced from a Belgian collection.
Important information:
The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot.
He will ensure that any permits required for the shipment of this lot will be arranged.
If that takes more than a few days and if there are specific costs involved, he will inform the buyer in a timely manner.
Very large paleolithic biface with archaic knapping made from dark patinated quartzite. Originating from the surroundings of Ouarzazate in the southern part of Morocco where many Acheulean finds are known. These early and primitive hand axes were made by a form of Homo Erectus.
Dimensions: 162 x 116 mm
In perfect condition, no restorations.
Each sold item/lot will be provided with a certificate of authenticity
Provenance/origin:
The seller can show that the lot was obtained legally.
The lot is sourced from a Belgian collection.
Important information:
The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot.
He will ensure that any permits required for the shipment of this lot will be arranged.
If that takes more than a few days and if there are specific costs involved, he will inform the buyer in a timely manner.
Details
Culture
Paleolithic
Century/timeframe
Ongeveer 400.000-800.000 BP
Name of object
Large paleolithic handaxe
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2000
Material
Quartzite
Country acquired from
Belgium
Condition
Excellent
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
Authenticity
Original/official
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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.
