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Splendid pipe Cameroon 21.01.1647

This is a magnificent anthropomorphic pipe head from Cameroon, probably Bamoun. A clay head with an ivory stem. An extraordinary and rare piece. These pipes have been the royal attributes of chieftainship. Perfect condition besides a small chip on the upper lips, and a missing mouthpiece.

  • Ref.:21.01.1647
  • Size:Height pipe head: 160 mm; length of ivory stem: 130 mm
  • Weight:560 gt

Category

  • AFRICAN PIPES 21.01West-, Central- & North Africa 29.01
  • PIPES & SNUFF BOXES 21REGIONAL GALLERIES 29

Origin

  • West and Central Africa
  • CAMEROON

Material

  • AnimalIvoryGlass and EarthClay; Pottery

Quality

  • Antiques (object shows signs of long use)Fair condition (some missing, broken or repaired parts, see pictures)Museum quality (worthy to be added to a museum’s permanent collection)

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