Paleolithic jasper/flint Paleolithic biface
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Small cordiform hand axe from the Middle Paleolithic (Acheulean, 150,000–400,000 BP), made of jasper/flint with a glossy desert patina, 88 × 61 mm, in very good condition, provenance from a Belgian private collection with an authenticity certificate.
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Description from the seller
Small heart-shaped hand axe from the Middle Paleolithic. Originating from Mauritania. Made from beautiful jasper/flint with a glossy desert patina.
Dimensions 88 x 61 mm
In perfect condition, no restorations
Delivered with an authenticity certificate.
Provenance:
The seller guarantees that this lot was obtained legally.
The lot originates from a Belgian collection.
Important information:
The seller guarantees that he is authorized to ship this lot.
He will ensure that all necessary permits required for the shipment of this lot are arranged.
If that takes more than a few days, he will inform the buyer in a timely manner.
Small heart-shaped hand axe from the Middle Paleolithic. Originating from Mauritania. Made from beautiful jasper/flint with a glossy desert patina.
Dimensions 88 x 61 mm
In perfect condition, no restorations
Delivered with an authenticity certificate.
Provenance:
The seller guarantees that this lot was obtained legally.
The lot originates from a Belgian collection.
Important information:
The seller guarantees that he is authorized to ship this lot.
He will ensure that all necessary permits required for the shipment of this lot are arranged.
If that takes more than a few days, he will inform the buyer in a timely manner.
Details
Culture
Paleolithic
Century/timeframe
Acheuleaan 150.000 - 400.000 BP
Name of object
Paleolithic biface
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2000
Material
jasper/flint
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.
