Neolithic Flint Amazing Flint Axe - 18 cm - from the Grand Pressigny
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This Neolithic flint axe from the Grand Pressigny measures 18 cm and has bifacial knapping, pinkish natural concretions and a beautiful patina.
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Description from the seller
Typology : Axe.
Material : Flint stone.
Cutting : A magnificent large prehistoric flint axe, carefully knapped on both faces (bifacial workmanship). Discovered in a river, it displays beautiful natural pinkish concretions, acquired during its long immersion in water. A remarkable archaeological piece with a unique appearance.
Dating, hominid : This implement belongs to the Chalcolithic Culture (circa 5,000 years ago), and was conceived by Homo Sapiens Sapiens.
Origin : Found in France, Grand Pressigny area, Indre-et-Loire department.
Size of core : 18 cm X 7 cm.
Condition : Very well preserved. Beautiful patina.
Acquired in 2015 from Mr. M. private collector, collected since the 70's.
The Seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally , provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
Important information. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot.
The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged.
The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days.
Typology : Axe.
Material : Flint stone.
Cutting : A magnificent large prehistoric flint axe, carefully knapped on both faces (bifacial workmanship). Discovered in a river, it displays beautiful natural pinkish concretions, acquired during its long immersion in water. A remarkable archaeological piece with a unique appearance.
Dating, hominid : This implement belongs to the Chalcolithic Culture (circa 5,000 years ago), and was conceived by Homo Sapiens Sapiens.
Origin : Found in France, Grand Pressigny area, Indre-et-Loire department.
Size of core : 18 cm X 7 cm.
Condition : Very well preserved. Beautiful patina.
Acquired in 2015 from Mr. M. private collector, collected since the 70's.
The Seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally , provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
Important information. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot.
The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged.
The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days.
Details
Culture
Neolithic
Century/timeframe
circa 5 0000 years ago
Name of object
Amazing Flint Axe - 18 cm - from the Grand Pressigny
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2015
Material
Flint
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Excellent
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1970
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
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.
