Paleolithic Exceptional Acheulean biface - 26.5 cm
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Description from the seller
*** Exceptional Acheulean biface ***
Very large Acheulean biface, massive, RARE DIMENSION
Grey-Quartzite
Superb wind-worn patina
West Africa sub-Saharan
H : 26.5 cm
L: 12.5 cm
PROVENANCE : former private collection Mr PV
previous collector since 1980 by Mr AV
SHIPPING : Colissimo with tracking number
The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally.
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The seller will ensure that all necessary permits are arranged.
The seller will inform the buyer if this takes more than a few days.
*** Exceptional Acheulean biface ***
Very large Acheulean biface, massive, RARE DIMENSION
Grey-Quartzite
Superb wind-worn patina
West Africa sub-Saharan
H : 26.5 cm
L: 12.5 cm
PROVENANCE : former private collection Mr PV
previous collector since 1980 by Mr AV
SHIPPING : Colissimo with tracking number
The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally.
One important piece of information. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot.
The seller will ensure that all necessary permits are arranged.
The seller will inform the buyer if this takes more than a few days.
Details
Culture
Paleolithic
Century/timeframe
150 000 BC
Name of object
Exceptional Acheulean biface
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2011
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Excellent
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
26.5 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Width
12.5 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
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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.
