Small, Polished Stone Axe – Probably From Niger -
The body is thick, with a rounded heel and a widened tip forming a
convex cutting edge. The rock is granular. The manufacture of stone axes of the
Neolithic type in Niger continued until the beginning of our era.
Particularly among the Tuareg, these ancient axes found just below the surface are called “thunderstones” or “stones from the sky,” believed to possess protective powers.
convex cutting edge. The rock is granular. The manufacture of stone axes of the
Neolithic type in Niger continued until the beginning of our era.
Particularly among the Tuareg, these ancient axes found just below the surface are called “thunderstones” or “stones from the sky,” believed to possess protective powers.
70 €
Period: Before 16th century
Style: Tribal Art
Condition: En l'etat
Material: Stone
Length: 9,4
Width: 4,6
Height: 3,2
Reference (ID): 1847769
Availability: In stock
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