Middle Paleolithic biface flint Axe
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Middle Paleolithic biface from the Thebes plateau in Egypt, fashioned from flint and about 300,000 years old, with a length of 125 mm and a dark brown desert patina, in excellent condition and supplied with an authenticity certificate.
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Description from the seller
Middle Paleolithic biface from the Theban plateau. Made from local flint with a striking dark brown desert patina.
Dimensions are 125 x 70 mm
An authenticity certificate is supplied with each sold lot.
Provenance:
The seller guarantees that he obtained this lot legally.
The lot originates from a Belgian collection.
Important information:
The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot.
He will ensure that all necessary permits for the shipment of this lot will be arranged.
Should more than a few days pass and if there are any specific costs involved, he will inform the buyer in a timely manner.
Middle Paleolithic biface from the Theban plateau. Made from local flint with a striking dark brown desert patina.
Dimensions are 125 x 70 mm
An authenticity certificate is supplied with each sold lot.
Provenance:
The seller guarantees that he obtained this lot legally.
The lot originates from a Belgian collection.
Important information:
The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot.
He will ensure that all necessary permits for the shipment of this lot will be arranged.
Should more than a few days pass and if there are any specific costs involved, he will inform the buyer in a timely manner.
Details
Era
Before 1400
Culture
Middle Paleolithic biface
Country of origin
Egypt
Century/timeframe
Ongeveer 300.000 J oud
Material
flint
Acquired from
Private collection
Condition
Excellent
Year acquired
2000
Style
Paleolithic
Country acquired from
Belgium
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
Overall Length
125 mm
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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.
