Acheulean Quartzite Paleolithic biface
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Paleolithic biface from the later Acheulean, crafted in quartzite, measuring 175 × 57 mm, in very good+ condition, dating to about 150,000–600,000 bp, provenance Belgium from a private collection, with an authenticity certificate.
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Description from the seller
Very finely worked, very large lanceolate hand axe with beautiful color and patina.
Shiny desert patina with nice weathering marks and absolutely intact.
A very elegant and fine example from the later Acheulean.
Wind erosion, yet completely intact, no restorations
Dimensions 175 x 57 mm
Each sold lot will be supplied with an authenticity certificate.
Provenance:
The seller guarantees that he obtained this lot legally.
The lot comes from a Belgian collection.
Important information:
The seller guarantees that he is authorized to ship this lot.
He will ensure that any permits required for the shipment of this lot are arranged.
If that takes more than a few days and if there are any specific costs involved, he will inform the buyer in a timely manner.
Very finely worked, very large lanceolate hand axe with beautiful color and patina.
Shiny desert patina with nice weathering marks and absolutely intact.
A very elegant and fine example from the later Acheulean.
Wind erosion, yet completely intact, no restorations
Dimensions 175 x 57 mm
Each sold lot will be supplied with an authenticity certificate.
Provenance:
The seller guarantees that he obtained this lot legally.
The lot comes from a Belgian collection.
Important information:
The seller guarantees that he is authorized to ship this lot.
He will ensure that any permits required for the shipment of this lot are arranged.
If that 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
App. 150,000 - 600.000 bp
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.
