Mousterian Flint Middle Paleolithic scraper
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A Mousterian flint Middle Paleolithic scraper of the Quina type, 85 × 41 mm, in excellent condition, dating to about 40,000–250,000 years ago, from a Belgian private collection with an authenticity certificate.
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Description from the seller
This mid Paleolithic scraper is a classic example of the Quina type, made from flint and found in the Dordogne. Made on a flake and further retouched. Lies perfectly in the hand and was used by the Neanderthal population during the Mousterian, approximately 40,000–250,000 years ago.
This is a textbook example of the Quina facies from the Mousterian with the characteristic retouch.
Dimensions 85 x 41 mm
No restorations.
Each sold item/lot will be provided with an authenticity certificate
Provenance/origin:
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 required
for the shipment of this lot will be arranged.
If that takes more than a few days, he will inform the buyer in a timely manner.
This mid Paleolithic scraper is a classic example of the Quina type, made from flint and found in the Dordogne. Made on a flake and further retouched. Lies perfectly in the hand and was used by the Neanderthal population during the Mousterian, approximately 40,000–250,000 years ago.
This is a textbook example of the Quina facies from the Mousterian with the characteristic retouch.
Dimensions 85 x 41 mm
No restorations.
Each sold item/lot will be provided with an authenticity certificate
Provenance/origin:
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 required
for the shipment of this lot will be arranged.
If that takes more than a few days, he will inform the buyer in a timely manner.
Details
Culture
Mousterian
Century/timeframe
250.000-40.000 jaar oud
Name of object
Middle Paleolithic scraper
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.
