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Handaxe (flint)
1216393 Handaxe (flint) by Paleolithic; 21.2x10.3 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: St. Acheul
Handaxe, pointed. Label reads " Found in situ in the gravel at St Acheul, Amiens by J.W. Flower F.G.S. See TIMES Nov. 9 1859".
Lower Palaeolithic Period (Western Europe) (c. 800, 000 - c. 200, 000 years ago)
); eAshmolean Museum; out of copyright
Media ID 23386712
© Ashmolean Museum / Bridgeman Images
Flint Paleolithic Point Pointed Tool Hand Axe Handaxe
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This print showcases a remarkable artifact from the Paleolithic era - a Handaxe made of flint. Measuring 21.2x10.3 cm, this ancient tool is currently housed in the prestigious Ashmolean Museum at the University of Oxford, UK. The label accompanying the Handaxe reveals its intriguing origin - it was discovered "in situ in the gravel at St Acheul, Amiens" by J. W. Flower F. G. S. , as mentioned in The Times on November 9th, 1859. This significant find places it within the Lower Palaeolithic Period of Western Europe, dating back approximately 800,000 to 200,000 years ago. Carved with precision and skill by our Paleolithic ancestors, this pointed Handaxe served multiple purposes during its time. Its European and French origins make it an invaluable piece for understanding early human history in these regions. As a weapon or tool made of stone and flint, this hand axe played a vital role in hunting and survival strategies employed by our distant ancestors. Its sharp point allowed for effective cutting and piercing actions necessary for various tasks. This print captures not only the beauty but also the historical significance of this carved Paleolithic artifact. Preserved meticulously by Bridgeman Images, it serves as a testament to human ingenuity and resourcefulness throughout millennia-long evolution.
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