Neolithic jasper Axe - 15.1 cm
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Very good Neolithic jasper flaked axe or chisel from Niger, 15.1 cm long, 4.3 cm wide, 1.7 cm thick, 149 g, provenance Niger and acquired from France from a private collection; not shipped to the United States.
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Very beautiful carved adze or Neolithic chisel in green and brown jasper from Niger.
Magnificent wind-worn patina and a very aesthetic material.
Tools in jasper of this type are rare and highly sought after.
Very good condition.
Length: 15.1 cm
Maximum width: 4.3 cm
Maximum thickness: 1.7 cm
Weight: 149 g
Provenance: Niger.
Lot from an old private collection.
ATTENTION: NO SHIPMENTS TO THE UNITED STATES.
Important information. The seller guarantees that he is authorized to ship this lot.
The seller will arrange to obtain the necessary authorizations.
The seller will inform the buyer if this takes more than a few days.
Very beautiful carved adze or Neolithic chisel in green and brown jasper from Niger.
Magnificent wind-worn patina and a very aesthetic material.
Tools in jasper of this type are rare and highly sought after.
Very good condition.
Length: 15.1 cm
Maximum width: 4.3 cm
Maximum thickness: 1.7 cm
Weight: 149 g
Provenance: Niger.
Lot from an old private collection.
ATTENTION: NO SHIPMENTS TO THE UNITED STATES.
Important information. The seller guarantees that he is authorized to ship this lot.
The seller will arrange to obtain the necessary authorizations.
The seller will inform the buyer if this takes more than a few days.
Details
Era
Before 1400
Culture
Neolithic
Country of origin
Niger
Century/timeframe
-5200 ; - 2500 Av JC
Material
jasper
Acquired from
Auction house
Condition
Very good
Year acquired
1975
Country acquired from
France
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
15.1 cm
Width
4.3 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
1970
Depth
1.7 cm
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Overall Length
15.1 cm
Military Context
No
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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.
