Paleolithic handaxe jasper Handaxe
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Paleolithic handaxe made of jasper from Africa, 141 mm long, in excellent condition, dating to the Acheulean (approx. 150,000–600,000 BP, from a private collection; acquired in 2000).
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Beautifully worked, typical Middle Paleolithic hand axe made from jasper with a stunning desert patina. Slightly weathered but otherwise completely intact. A very elegant and fine example from the Acheulean, a period where Homo erectus is central in NW Africa.
Dimensions: 141 x 70 mm
No restorations
Each sold lot will be accompanied by an authenticity certificate.
Provenance:
The seller guarantees that he acquired this lot legally.
The lot originates from a Belgian collection.
Important information:
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He will ensure that any permits that may be required for shipping this lot are arranged.
If that takes more than a few days, and if there are specific costs involved, he will inform the buyer in a timely manner.
Beautifully worked, typical Middle Paleolithic hand axe made from jasper with a stunning desert patina. Slightly weathered but otherwise completely intact. A very elegant and fine example from the Acheulean, a period where Homo erectus is central in NW Africa.
Dimensions: 141 x 70 mm
No restorations
Each sold lot will be accompanied by an authenticity certificate.
Provenance:
The seller guarantees that he acquired this lot 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 any permits that may be required for shipping this lot are arranged.
If that takes more than a few days, and if there are specific costs involved, he will inform the buyer in a timely manner.
Details
Era
Before 1400
Culture
Paleolithic handaxe
Country of origin
Africa
Century/timeframe
Acheuleaan, App. 150.000 - 600.000 BP
Material
jasper
Acquired from
Private collection
Condition
Excellent
Year acquired
2000
Country acquired from
Belgium
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
Overall Length
141 mm
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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.
