Mousterian Flint Middle Paleolithic scraper
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Midden Paleolithic flint scraper of Mousterian culture in the Quina facies, dating to about 250,000–40,000 years ago, measuring 73 × 39 mm and in excellent condition, acquired in 2000 from a private collection in Belgium with authentic original provenance.
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Description from the seller
This Middle Paleolithic scraper is a classic example of the Quina type, made from flint and found in the Dordogne. Made on a flake and further retouched. It fits perfectly in the hand and was used by Neanderthal populations during the Mousterian, about 40,000–250,000 years ago
This is a textbook example of the Quina facies from the Mousterian with the characteristic retouche.
Dimensions 73 x 39 mm
No restorations.
Each sold item/lot will be provided with an authenticity certificate
Provenance/herkunft:
The seller guarantees that he obtained this lot legally.
The lot originates from a Belgian collection.
Important information:
The seller guarantees that he is authorized to ship this lot.
He will ensure that any permits that may be required for the shipment of this lot will be arranged.
If this takes more than a few days, he will inform the buyer in a timely manner.
This Middle Paleolithic scraper is a classic example of the Quina type, made from flint and found in the Dordogne. Made on a flake and further retouched. It fits perfectly in the hand and was used by Neanderthal populations during the Mousterian, about 40,000–250,000 years ago
This is a textbook example of the Quina facies from the Mousterian with the characteristic retouche.
Dimensions 73 x 39 mm
No restorations.
Each sold item/lot will be provided with an authenticity certificate
Provenance/herkunft:
The seller guarantees that he obtained this lot legally.
The lot originates from a Belgian collection.
Important information:
The seller guarantees that he is authorized to ship this lot.
He will ensure that any permits that may be required for the shipment of this lot will be arranged.
If this takes more than a few days, he will inform the buyer in a timely manner.
Details
Culture
Mousterian
Century/timeframe
250.000-40.000 jaar oud
Name of object
Middle Paleolithic scraper
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2000
Material
Flint
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.
