Neolithic flint Axe
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Neolithic flint tool lot from Charente, France, comprising four genuine pieces including two blade scrapers, a small scraper and a retouched knife blade, with a marked patina and good preservation, overall length up to 7.9 cm, dating to roughly 6000–2000 BC.
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Set of 4 authentic Neolithic flint tools from Charente, France.
Two blade scrapers, one small scraper, and a retouched knife blade.
Very fine pieces and well retouched, typical of Neolithic production in Charente.
Patina is well marked, and pieces are in good condition and well preserved.
Provenance: France, Charente. One piece (knife blade) annotated "Parzac" partially erased.
Dimensions: from 3.5 cm to 7.9 cm.
The lot comes from an old private collection purchased at auction.
Important information. The seller guarantees that he is authorized to ship this lot.
The seller will arrange to obtain the necessary authorizations.
The seller will inform the buyer if this takes more than a few days.
Set of 4 authentic Neolithic flint tools from Charente, France.
Two blade scrapers, one small scraper, and a retouched knife blade.
Very fine pieces and well retouched, typical of Neolithic production in Charente.
Patina is well marked, and pieces are in good condition and well preserved.
Provenance: France, Charente. One piece (knife blade) annotated "Parzac" partially erased.
Dimensions: from 3.5 cm to 7.9 cm.
The lot comes from an old private collection purchased at auction.
Important information. The seller guarantees that he is authorized to ship this lot.
The seller will arrange to obtain the necessary authorizations.
The seller will inform the buyer if this takes more than a few days.
Details
Era
Before 1400
Culture
Neolithic
Country of origin
France
Century/timeframe
-6000 ; - 2000 Av JC
Material
flint
Acquired from
Private collection
Condition
Very good
Year acquired
2026
Country acquired from
France
Previous owner acquired from
Auction house
Previous owner - year acquired
1950
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Overall Length
7.9 cm
Military Context
No
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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.
