Neolithic Flint Arrow head
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Three very fine Neolithic flint arrowheads from the Mali-Ténérée region, dating to 5200–2500 BC, in very good condition with diverse forms and fine retouch, each 4.9–5.6 cm long.
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Description from the seller
Museum quality!
Magnificent set of 3 colored flint arrowheads, authentic from the Neolithic period.
Originating from the Ténéré region. Mali
Very high-quality tips of a nice size. Very good condition.
Varied shapes in beautiful materials. Very fine retouching showing the dexterity and talent of the prehistoric craftsman. These points are little jewels of goldsmithing.
Beautiful desert patina.
Three different typologies:
- A beautiful and large foliate point with a peduncle and some denticulations, a rare type with a very beautiful lustrous patina.
- A finely denticulated leaf along its entire length in a very aesthetic reddish material.
- And the last leafy one with a very fine tip.
Rare pieces in very good condition.
Length: from 4.9 cm to 5.6 cm.
Origin: Africa, Mali-Ténéré.
The lot comes from an old private collection purchased at an auction.
Important information. The seller guarantees that they are authorized to ship this lot.
The seller will handle obtaining the necessary authorizations.
The seller will inform the buyer if it takes more than a few days.
Museum quality!
Magnificent set of 3 colored flint arrowheads, authentic from the Neolithic period.
Originating from the Ténéré region. Mali
Very high-quality tips of a nice size. Very good condition.
Varied shapes in beautiful materials. Very fine retouching showing the dexterity and talent of the prehistoric craftsman. These points are little jewels of goldsmithing.
Beautiful desert patina.
Three different typologies:
- A beautiful and large foliate point with a peduncle and some denticulations, a rare type with a very beautiful lustrous patina.
- A finely denticulated leaf along its entire length in a very aesthetic reddish material.
- And the last leafy one with a very fine tip.
Rare pieces in very good condition.
Length: from 4.9 cm to 5.6 cm.
Origin: Africa, Mali-Ténéré.
The lot comes from an old private collection purchased at an auction.
Important information. The seller guarantees that they are authorized to ship this lot.
The seller will handle obtaining the necessary authorizations.
The seller will inform the buyer if it takes more than a few days.
Details
Era
Before 1400
Culture
Neolithic
Country of Origin
Mali
Century/ Timeframe
5200 ; 2500 av JC
Material
Flint
Acquired from
Auction house
Condition
Very good
Year acquired
2022
Country acquired from
France
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1950
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
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