Neolithic Flint Neolithic Mes
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Neolithic flint knife blade of the Tenerean culture (c. 5000–7000 BP), 134 × 68 mm, in excellent condition, acquired from a Belgian private collection in 2000, with an authenticity certificate.
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Description from the seller
Fairly large leaf-shaped point/knife. This piece was probably fitted into a wooden handle for use. Similar forms are common in the Neolithic of North Africa. Made from flint/agate. In very good condition, no restorations. Tenerean culture in West Africa.
Dimensions 134 x 68 mm
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Provenance/origin:
The seller can demonstrate that the lot was obtained legally.
The lot originates from a Belgian collection.
Important information:
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Fairly large leaf-shaped point/knife. This piece was probably fitted into a wooden handle for use. Similar forms are common in the Neolithic of North Africa. Made from flint/agate. In very good condition, no restorations. Tenerean culture in West Africa.
Dimensions 134 x 68 mm
Each sold item/lot will be provided with an authenticity certificate
Provenance/origin:
The seller can demonstrate that the 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 any permits required for the shipment of this lot will be arranged.
If that takes more than a few days, he will inform the buyer in a timely manner.
Details
Culture
Neolithic
Century/timeframe
Tenereaan, 5000-7000 BP
Name of object
Neolithic Mes
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2000
Material
Flint
Country acquired from
Belgium
Condition
Excellent
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.
