Hache du Néolithique Neolithic Axe
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Hache du Néolithique
Neolithic Axe
(Est 4,500 BP)
Southern Sweden
Huge knapped axe from the 'thin-butted type' made from an excellent and colorful flintstone. Massive example dating from the Neolithic/chalcolithic period in Southern Sweden and between 6,000-4,000 years old. These large axes are also called 'offer-axes' because the function seems to transcend the profane use as an axe. Found in lakes, graves and specific deposits they were probably exchange goods or gifts with religious connotation. Measuring 31 x 10.5 x 4 cm (2)
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Provenance: Ex. private collection, Sweden
Offered on custom-fitted black metal stand
Neolithic Axe
(Est 4,500 BP)
Southern Sweden
Huge knapped axe from the 'thin-butted type' made from an excellent and colorful flintstone. Massive example dating from the Neolithic/chalcolithic period in Southern Sweden and between 6,000-4,000 years old. These large axes are also called 'offer-axes' because the function seems to transcend the profane use as an axe. Found in lakes, graves and specific deposits they were probably exchange goods or gifts with religious connotation. Measuring 31 x 10.5 x 4 cm (2)
Footnotes:
Provenance: Ex. private collection, Sweden
Offered on custom-fitted black metal stand
Condition
In perfect condition without any restoration or recent damage,
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Hache du Néolithique Neolithic Axe
Estimate €4,000 - €6,000
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