Large Paleolithic handaxe chert Handaxe
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Very large, lithic Acheulean handaxe made of chert, measuring 182 × 103 mm, in excellent condition from a private collection with provenance to Belgium and an authenticity certificate provided with each lot.
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Description from the seller
Very large lanceolate hand axe made from a type of flint (chert). At the bottom is the remainder of the flint nodule preserved for a secure and better grip.
Shiny desert patina and completely intact.
Very elegant and fine example from the Acheulean, a period where H. erectus is central in NW Africa.
Dimensions: 182 x 103 mm
No restorations
Each sold lot will be supplied with an authenticity certificate.
Provenance:
The seller guarantees that he has 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 all licenses that may be required for the shipment of this lot are arranged.
If this takes more than a few days and if there are specific costs involved, he will inform the buyer in a timely manner.
Very large lanceolate hand axe made from a type of flint (chert). At the bottom is the remainder of the flint nodule preserved for a secure and better grip.
Shiny desert patina and completely intact.
Very elegant and fine example from the Acheulean, a period where H. erectus is central in NW Africa.
Dimensions: 182 x 103 mm
No restorations
Each sold lot will be supplied with an authenticity certificate.
Provenance:
The seller guarantees that he has 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 all licenses that may be required for the shipment of this lot are arranged.
If this takes more than a few days and if there are specific costs involved, he will inform the buyer in a timely manner.
Details
Era
Before 1400
Culture
Large Paleolithic handaxe
Country of origin
Africa
Century/timeframe
Acheuleaan, App. 150.000 - 600.000 BP
Material
chert
Acquired from
Private collection
Condition
Excellent
Year acquired
2000
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
182 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.
