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LOT 1747
Sold for (Inc. bp): £104
STONE AGE LONG FRENCH GRAVETTIAN THICK-CRESTED BLADE
UPPER PALAEOLITHIC PERIOD, CIRCA 35,000-25,000 B.P.
4 5/8 in. (71 grams, 11.8 cm).
UPPER PALAEOLITHIC PERIOD, CIRCA 35,000-25,000 B.P.
4 5/8 in. (71 grams, 11.8 cm).
Triangular in section with steep re-touch along the full length of the blade; old findspot label 'Romigny / Marne'. [No Reserve]
PROVENANCE:
Found Romigny, France.
Ex old Paris collection.
Acquired on the UK 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.
