Neolithic Stone battle axe
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Neolithic polished stone battle axe named Hache de combat en pierre, 11.2 cm long and 5.7 cm wide, in good condition, authentic/original, dating to the Middle Neolithic (5000–3000 BC), acquired in 2025 from a German gallery with provenance from South Germany collection.
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Stone axe from the Neolithic period.
Large polished hammer axe in hard black rock.
This lithic battle axe was worked from a single block of shaped stone. In the center, there is a hole designed for a handle and one end has a pointed shape with a sharp edge.
Neolithic Nordic cultures’ combat axes were used as weapons in Europe. As shown here, they were heavy, robust pieces capable of striking the enemy with a blunt force.
They were used for both hunting and warfare.
The archaeological discovery of the lithic industry (stone tools) is an obvious sign of human activity and progress.
During the Neolithic period, the stone industry reached a high degree of skill and evolution (in fact, the very name “Neolithic” – new stone – responds to a new way of working stone, which would be polished as opposed to the flaked stone of the Paleolithic, a change that represents a true technological revolution). During the Neolithic period, sickles, sicklebars (hoes) and axes like the one presented here began to be manufactured, facilitating agricultural and livestock processes and enabling domination of the environment.
As a result, peasant populations secured their means of subsistence and were thus able to settle.
This axe comes from an old private collection in southern Germany.
It is in very good condition, polished over its entire surface, with an old patina.
Dating: Middle Neolithic, 5000/3000 BC.
Dimensions: Length 11.2 cm - width 5.7 cm
It bears a handwritten inscription in white (NUK / 150 1/29)
Provenance: Germany, H.T.A. gallery
Provenance: Private collection from southern Germany acquired in the 1970s and passed down by succession
The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally; provenance declaration viewed by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that he is authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary permissions, such as an export license, are organized. (Cultural object passport)
The seller will inform the buyer of his status if this takes more than a few days
All seller’s items are shipped with insurance equal to the purchase price and accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document detailing provenance.
Seller's Story
Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects.
All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal.
An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
Translated by Google TranslateStone axe from the Neolithic period.
Large polished hammer axe in hard black rock.
This lithic battle axe was worked from a single block of shaped stone. In the center, there is a hole designed for a handle and one end has a pointed shape with a sharp edge.
Neolithic Nordic cultures’ combat axes were used as weapons in Europe. As shown here, they were heavy, robust pieces capable of striking the enemy with a blunt force.
They were used for both hunting and warfare.
The archaeological discovery of the lithic industry (stone tools) is an obvious sign of human activity and progress.
During the Neolithic period, the stone industry reached a high degree of skill and evolution (in fact, the very name “Neolithic” – new stone – responds to a new way of working stone, which would be polished as opposed to the flaked stone of the Paleolithic, a change that represents a true technological revolution). During the Neolithic period, sickles, sicklebars (hoes) and axes like the one presented here began to be manufactured, facilitating agricultural and livestock processes and enabling domination of the environment.
As a result, peasant populations secured their means of subsistence and were thus able to settle.
This axe comes from an old private collection in southern Germany.
It is in very good condition, polished over its entire surface, with an old patina.
Dating: Middle Neolithic, 5000/3000 BC.
Dimensions: Length 11.2 cm - width 5.7 cm
It bears a handwritten inscription in white (NUK / 150 1/29)
Provenance: Germany, H.T.A. gallery
Provenance: Private collection from southern Germany acquired in the 1970s and passed down by succession
The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally; provenance declaration viewed by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that he is authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary permissions, such as an export license, are organized. (Cultural object passport)
The seller will inform the buyer of his status if this takes more than a few days
All seller’s items are shipped with insurance equal to the purchase price and accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document detailing provenance.
Seller's Story
Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects.
All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal.
An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
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Culture
Neolithic
Century/timeframe
5000 / 300 avant J.-C.
Name of object
Stone battle axe
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2025
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1970
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
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.
