Neolithic Quartzite Very large Neolithic scraper
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Erg large Neolithic scraper made of quartzite, from the Termit Massif in southwest Niger, lightly bifacially worked and rectangular, 126 by 98 mm, dating to Tenereaan around 6000 BP, from a Belgian private collection with no restorations and authentic/original provenance, acquired in 2000.
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Very large scraper made from quartzite and originating from the Termit Massif in southwest Niger.
Very thin, bifacially worked and finished in a rectangular shape. The exact function of these objects is uncertain; they were often found in larger groups.
No restorations; this is a relatively rare form.
Dimensions 126 x 98 mm
Each sold lot will be accompanied by a certificate of authenticity
Provenance/origin:
The seller can demonstrate that the lot was obtained legally.
The lot comes from a Belgian collection.
Important information:
The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot.
He will ensure that any permits required for the shipment of this lot are arranged.
If this takes more than a few days and there are specific costs that apply, he will inform the buyer promptly.
Very large scraper made from quartzite and originating from the Termit Massif in southwest Niger.
Very thin, bifacially worked and finished in a rectangular shape. The exact function of these objects is uncertain; they were often found in larger groups.
No restorations; this is a relatively rare form.
Dimensions 126 x 98 mm
Each sold lot will be accompanied by a certificate of authenticity
Provenance/origin:
The seller can demonstrate that the lot was obtained legally.
The lot comes from a Belgian collection.
Important information:
The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot.
He will ensure that any permits required for the shipment of this lot are arranged.
If this takes more than a few days and there are specific costs that apply, he will inform the buyer promptly.
Details
Culture
Neolithic
Century/timeframe
Tenereaan, App 6000 BP
Name of object
Very large Neolithic scraper
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2000
Material
Quartzite
Country acquired from
Belgium
Condition
Very good
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.
