Neolithic Hardstone Neolithic polished axe from Java

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A small polished Neolithic hardstone axe from Java, with a light concave edge, measuring 65 x 34 mm, in excellent condition and supplied with an authenticity certificate; acquired in 2000 from a Belgian private collection.

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Description from the seller

Small polished axe with a light concave edge (poll) made from a local hardstone with nice wear marks and patina. These axes from Indonesia are difficult to find in old collections.
Dimensions 65 x 34 mm
Each sold lot will be supplied with an authenticity certificate

The seller can demonstrate that the lot was legally obtained.
The lot originates from a Belgian collection.

Important information:
The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot.
He will ensure that any permits required for the shipment of this lot will be arranged.
If that takes more than a few days and any costs arise, he will inform the buyer in a timely manner.

Small polished axe with a light concave edge (poll) made from a local hardstone with nice wear marks and patina. These axes from Indonesia are difficult to find in old collections.
Dimensions 65 x 34 mm
Each sold lot will be supplied with an authenticity certificate

The seller can demonstrate that the lot was legally obtained.
The lot originates from a Belgian collection.

Important information:
The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot.
He will ensure that any permits required for the shipment of this lot will be arranged.
If that takes more than a few days and any costs arise, he will inform the buyer in a timely manner.

Details

Culture
Neolithic
Century/timeframe
ongeveer 6000 J oud
Name of object
Neolithic polished axe from Java
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2000
Material
Hardstone
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
BelgiumVerified
4566
Objects sold
100%
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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.

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