Neolithic Flint Neolithic polished axe
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Neolithic polished axe made of flint, dating to about 5000 BP, in excellent condition with a blade of 118 × 40 mm, found in Oise, France, originating from a Belgian private collection and certified as authentic.
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Description from the seller
This axe was made from silex and polished along the edge. The edge is in very good condition. These axes were fitted with a wooden handle for use.
Found in the Oise department, France
No restorations or recent breaks.
Dimensions: 118 x 40 mm
Each sold item/lot is supplied with an authenticity certificate
Provenance/origin:
The seller can demonstrate that the lot was legally obtained.
The lot originates from a Belgian collection.
Important information:
The seller guarantees that he is entitled to dispatch this lot.
He will ensure that any permits required for the shipment of this lot will be arranged.
If this takes more than a few days, he will inform the buyer in a timely manner.
This axe was made from silex and polished along the edge. The edge is in very good condition. These axes were fitted with a wooden handle for use.
Found in the Oise department, France
No restorations or recent breaks.
Dimensions: 118 x 40 mm
Each sold item/lot is supplied with an authenticity certificate
Provenance/origin:
The seller can demonstrate that the lot was legally obtained.
The lot originates from a Belgian collection.
Important information:
The seller guarantees that he is entitled to dispatch this lot.
He will ensure that any permits required for the shipment of this lot will be arranged.
If this takes more than a few days, he will inform the buyer in a timely manner.
Details
Culture
Neolithic
Century/timeframe
App. 5000 BP
Name of object
Neolithic polished axe
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.
