Paleolithic Quartzite Hand axe - 165 mm
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 200 - € 250
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Description from the seller
This is an Acheulean biface from the Lower Paleolithic, typical of Saharan lithic industries. Its almond-shaped form and flaking on both faces are characteristic of the Acheulean culture.
Technical characteristics
Material: Probably quartzite or brown-reddish flint, materials commonly used in the Libyan Sahara for their availability and lithic properties
Manufacturing technique: Bifacial flaking (on both faces) following the Acheulean technique
Form: Symmetric almond-shaped with a broader base and a tapered tip
Dimensions: The object measures 165 mm in length x 100 mm in width x 35 mm in thickness
It can be dated with a high probability to around 300,000–400,000 years ago.
Homo heidelbergensis (or Homo rhodesiensis) probably made this tool
Multipurpose tool: meat cutting, hide scraping, root digging, perhaps even a thrown weapon or percussion tool.
This is an Acheulean biface from the Lower Paleolithic, typical of Saharan lithic industries. Its almond-shaped form and flaking on both faces are characteristic of the Acheulean culture.
Technical characteristics
Material: Probably quartzite or brown-reddish flint, materials commonly used in the Libyan Sahara for their availability and lithic properties
Manufacturing technique: Bifacial flaking (on both faces) following the Acheulean technique
Form: Symmetric almond-shaped with a broader base and a tapered tip
Dimensions: The object measures 165 mm in length x 100 mm in width x 35 mm in thickness
It can be dated with a high probability to around 300,000–400,000 years ago.
Homo heidelbergensis (or Homo rhodesiensis) probably made this tool
Multipurpose tool: meat cutting, hide scraping, root digging, perhaps even a thrown weapon or percussion tool.
Details
Culture
Paleolithic
Century/timeframe
Acheuléen
Name of object
Hand axe
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
1972
Material
Quartzite
Country acquired from
Africa
Condition
Excellent
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
165 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
1960
Width
100 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Africa
Depth
35 mm
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.
