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LOT 1536
Sold for (Inc. bp): £325
LARGE FRENCH STONE AGE FLINT HANDAXE
LOWER PALAEOLITHIC PERIOD, CIRCA 450,000-250,000 B.P.
5 5/8 in. (642 grams, 14.4 cm).
LOWER PALAEOLITHIC PERIOD, CIRCA 450,000-250,000 B.P.
5 5/8 in. (642 grams, 14.4 cm).
With broad cutting edge and some cortex; inked legend 'Aisne / 17 NOV 1930 / M.AR'.
PROVENANCE:
Found Aisne, Hauts-de-France, 17 November 1930.
Ex Paris collection.
Acquired on the European art market.
From the private collection of an East Anglian, UK, specialist collector.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
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TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
