Acheulean Flint Paleolithic proto-biface
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Massive protobiface from the early Acheulean, made of flint, dating to about 800,000 BP, with a reserved base and largely preserved cortex, measuring 116 × 74 mm, originating from Seguiet el Hamra, Western Sahara, acquired from a private Belgian collection with a certificate of authenticity.
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A massive protobiface with a reserved base from the early Acheulean, a typical tool of Homo erectus who lived at that time. These tools are regarded as transitional pieces between the earlier choppers/chopping tools and the fully flaked hand axes. Characteristically, it retains a large portion of the cortex, and with only a minimal amount of flaking aims for a pointed form. These protobifaces are not common in large assemblages. Made from chert/flint. Originating from Western Sahara, Seguiet el Hamra. Few to no signs of wear and in excellent condition. See photos. No restorations. Dimensions 116 x 74 mm. Each sold lot will be provided with an authenticity certificate.
The seller can demonstrate that the lot was legally obtained. The lot originates from a Belgian collection. The seller can demonstrate that the lot was legally obtained, provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
Important information:
The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. He will ensure that any permits required for shipping this lot are arranged. If this takes more than a few days and if there are any specific costs involved, he will inform the buyer in a timely manner.
A massive protobiface with a reserved base from the early Acheulean, a typical tool of Homo erectus who lived at that time. These tools are regarded as transitional pieces between the earlier choppers/chopping tools and the fully flaked hand axes. Characteristically, it retains a large portion of the cortex, and with only a minimal amount of flaking aims for a pointed form. These protobifaces are not common in large assemblages. Made from chert/flint. Originating from Western Sahara, Seguiet el Hamra. Few to no signs of wear and in excellent condition. See photos. No restorations. Dimensions 116 x 74 mm. Each sold lot will be provided with an authenticity certificate.
The seller can demonstrate that the lot was legally obtained. The lot originates from a Belgian collection. The seller can demonstrate that the lot was legally obtained, provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
Important information:
The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. He will ensure that any permits required for shipping this lot are arranged. If this takes more than a few days and if there are any specific costs involved, he will inform the buyer in a timely manner.
Details
Culture
Acheulean
Century/timeframe
Ongeveer 800.000 BP
Name of object
Paleolithic proto-biface
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.
