Paleolithic Quartzite Paleolithic biface
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Paleolithic biface made of quartzite with a light desert patina, measuring 120 × 76 mm, from the Murzuq region in Libya, dated 70,000–350,000 years BP, in very good plus condition, acquired in 2000 from a Belgian private collection, with an authenticity certificate.
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Description from the seller
Elegant heart-shaped biface made from beautiful quartzite with a lightly glossy desert patina
Murzuq region, Libya.
Dimensions 120 x 76 mm
In exceptionally perfect condition.
Comes with a certificate of authenticity.
Provenance:
The seller warrants that he acquired this lot lawfully.
The lot is from a Belgian collection.
Important information:
The seller warrants that he is authorized to ship this lot.
He will ensure that all necessary permits required
for the shipment of this lot will be arranged.
If more than a few days pass, he will inform the buyer in a timely manner.
Elegant heart-shaped biface made from beautiful quartzite with a lightly glossy desert patina
Murzuq region, Libya.
Dimensions 120 x 76 mm
In exceptionally perfect condition.
Comes with a certificate of authenticity.
Provenance:
The seller warrants that he acquired this lot lawfully.
The lot is from a Belgian collection.
Important information:
The seller warrants that he is authorized to ship this lot.
He will ensure that all necessary permits required
for the shipment of this lot will be arranged.
If more than a few days pass, he will inform the buyer in a timely manner.
Details
Culture
Paleolithic
Century/timeframe
70.000 - 350.000BP
Name of object
Paleolithic biface
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2000
Material
Quartzite
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.
