Danish Neolithic - 'Boat-Shaped' Stone Axe Hammer > Lot No. 567

Description:
Circa 2,800-2,400 BC. A Danish 'Single Grave Culture' stone axe hammer of typical 'boat' shape form, with cylinder perforation and fine polishing to the sides towards the cutting edge.

Measurements:
115mm.

Condition:
Very fine and undamaged. Slight evidence of usage wear to the working surface of the hammer end.

References:
Cf Evans Fig. 135 (etc).

Provenance:
Ex old English collection.

Export licence:
No

Estimate: £100 - 180 (EUR 120 - 210; USD 160 - 290)

Auction date: Friday 19th March 2010 at The Swedenborg Hall 20-21 Bloomsbury Way
London WC1A 2TH

Sold for: £120