Neolithic flint Axe - 14.1 cm
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 350 - € 400
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Neolithic flint axe (herminette) from Morbihan, France, 14.1 cm long, 5.3 cm wide, 2.8 cm thick, in good condition with patina and partial flaking, provenance from Morbihan, private collection, auction purchase, acquired in 2022.
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Description from the seller
Very beautiful and authentic polished axe or herminette in dolerite from the Neolithic period, originating from Morbihan (56) in France.
Very beautiful patina and polishing.
We find remains of bouchardage that have not been completely polished on both sides of the axe.
Some very light signs of use on the edge.
The edge is a bit off-center and the shape leans more towards a herminette rather than a classic polished axe in the strict sense.
Dimensions :
Length: 14.1 cm
Max width: 5.3 cm
Max thickness: 2.8 cm
An inscription indicates "Morbihan" on the piece.
Provenance: Morbihan, Brittany, France.
The lot comes from an old private collection bought at auction
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Very beautiful and authentic polished axe or herminette in dolerite from the Neolithic period, originating from Morbihan (56) in France.
Very beautiful patina and polishing.
We find remains of bouchardage that have not been completely polished on both sides of the axe.
Some very light signs of use on the edge.
The edge is a bit off-center and the shape leans more towards a herminette rather than a classic polished axe in the strict sense.
Dimensions :
Length: 14.1 cm
Max width: 5.3 cm
Max thickness: 2.8 cm
An inscription indicates "Morbihan" on the piece.
Provenance: Morbihan, Brittany, France.
The lot comes from an old private collection bought at auction
ATTENTION : NO SHIPMENT TO THE UNITED STATES.
Important information. The seller guarantees that he is authorized to ship this lot.
The seller will handle obtaining 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
France
Century/timeframe
-6000 ; - 2200 Av JC
Material
flint
Acquired from
Auction house
Condition
Good
Year acquired
2022
Country acquired from
France
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
14.1 cm
Width
5.3 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Depth
2.8 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
14.1 cm
Military Context
No
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