Early 20th Century Neolithic Basalt Stone Celts, Great Britain - A Pair

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Two Neolithic basalt celts mounted on black steel bases. In archaeology, a celt is a long, thin, prehistoric, stone or … Read more Two Neolithic basalt celts mounted on black steel bases. In archaeology, a celt is a long, thin, prehistoric, stone or bronze tool used as an adze, hoe, hammer or axe. They are beautiful prehistoric objects as compelling as a modern sculpture. Each has it's own character, I'm offering these together but could break them up and sell individually.
7.75 inches high
Provenance
Ex Col: Peter Pellettieri, artist and teacher, Mr. Pellettieri was a connoisseur and collector of early European art and antiquities. See less