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Tribal Early 20th Century Ceremonial Pipe, Bamoun People, Cameroon
$1,100
£836.72
€964.50
CA$1,561.77
A$1,676.13
CHF 898.47
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NOK 11,328.39
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Tribal Early 20th Century Ceremonial Pipe, Bamoun People, Cameroon
A ceremonial tobacco pipe fashioned of hardened clay depicting three bearded men, the center figure with arms on chest; each figure is wearing a headdress. Anthropomorphic pipes of this type were used by high-ranking men or royalty. The aroma of tobacco is detectable and the bowl has a shiny patina from much handling. It measures 13 inches (33 cm) long, bowl is 5.5 inches (14 cm) long.
Ex. William Simmons collection, New York
- Dimensions:Height: 13 in (33.02 cm)Width: 3 in (7.62 cm)Depth: 3 in (7.62 cm)
- Style:Tribal (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:Early 20th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Point Richmond, CA
- Reference Number:Seller: ZK#66741stDibs: LU1778243520062
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