Paleolithic Jasper Paleolithic biface
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Paleolithic jasper biface from the Acheulean period (c. 250,000–600,000 BP), Paleolithic culture, about 193 × 93 mm, in very good condition with a polished desert patina and intact preservation from a Belgian private collection, authentic/original.
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Description from the seller
Museum-quality, very large (almost 20 cm!) and finely worked lanceolate hand-axe with beautiful color and patina.
Shiny desert patina with nice weathering traces and intact.
A very elegant and fine example from the Acheulean. Originating from northern Mauritania.
Wind-eroded, yet completely intact, no restorations
Dimensions 193 x 93 mm
Each sold lot will be provided with a certificate of authenticity.
Provenance:
The seller guarantees that he obtained this lot 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 needed for the shipment of this lot will be arranged.
If more than a few days pass and if there are any specific costs involved, he will inform the buyer in a timely manner.
Museum-quality, very large (almost 20 cm!) and finely worked lanceolate hand-axe with beautiful color and patina.
Shiny desert patina with nice weathering traces and intact.
A very elegant and fine example from the Acheulean. Originating from northern Mauritania.
Wind-eroded, yet completely intact, no restorations
Dimensions 193 x 93 mm
Each sold lot will be provided with a certificate of authenticity.
Provenance:
The seller guarantees that he obtained this lot 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 needed for the shipment of this lot will be arranged.
If more than a few days pass and if there are any specific costs involved, he will inform the buyer in a timely manner.
Details
Culture
Paleolithic
Century/timeframe
Acheuleaan, 250.000 - 600.000 BP
Name of object
Paleolithic biface
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2000
Material
Jasper
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.
