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Turkana snuff bag and horn salt keeper 21.03.1627

Turkana snuff bag and horn salt keeper. The Turkana have a liking for snuff and salt is a 'chaser' for the snuff.  Both vessels are tightened with two sliding pot metal pieces. A tweezer to remove thorns is also attached.

  • Ref.:21.03.1627
  • Size:Height salt container: 68 mm; diameter: 24 - 44 mm
  • Weight:51 gr

Category

  • snuff and tobacco containers 21.03West-, Central- & North Africa 29.01Snuff, Khool & Parfumes 09.03
  • Containers & Household Items 09PIPES & SNUFF BOXES 21REGIONAL GALLERIES 29

Origin

  • East and South Africa
  • KENYA
  • Turkana

Material

  • AnimalLeather & skinsBones and hornsMetalAluminium

Quality

  • Collectible (fine or rare example of an object)Excellent overall condition

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