Danish Neolithic Axe - (circa 4000–2800 BC)
£80.00
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Danish Neolithic Axe - (circa 4000–2800 BC)
£80.00
An authentic prehistoric Neolithic Danish flint axe, dating to the Funnelbeaker culture (circa 4000–2800 BC).
Crafted from high-quality, fine-grained Scandinavian flint, this piece is a classic example of a thin-butted axe (tynnnakket øks), a fundamental tool type used during the early agricultural expansion of Northern Europe to clear primeval forests.
The artifact showcases two distinct methods of stone tool production:
- The Profile (Side View): Features extensive, expertly executed bifacial flaking. The prominent flake scars reveal the precise percussion work used to roughly shape the flint core into a wedge.
- The Face (Front View): Displays extensive surface grinding and polishing, which smoothed away the jagged ridges to minimize friction during heavy woodworking and prevent the blade from binding in timber.
The flint exhibits a beautiful, naturally aged honey-brown coloration with a subtle waxy patina, occasional inclusions, and scattered iron stains acquired from thousands of years of burial in Nordic soils. Stand NOT included, for display only.
Dimensions - 15cm tall. 5cm wide. 3cm thick.
Provenance - UK auction 2026. Previously Deceased estate, formed early 20th C and thence by descent.