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Ritual Pipe with Figural Decoration from Central Africa, made of wood, metal and fibre cord, 47 cm long and 10 cm high, in good condition from a private European collection.
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Title
Ritual Pipe with Figural Decoration – Central Africa – Wood, Metal
Description
Ritual pipe carved from hardwood and decorated with three seated anthropomorphic figures arranged along the stem. The figures are rendered in a stylised, symmetrical manner, seated face-to-face with bent legs and joined hands, forming a continuous sculptural composition.
The pipe bowl is carved integrally from wood and reinforced with metal bands. Additional metal elements are present at the mouthpiece and joints. The surface shows a well-developed patina consistent with age and handling. Traces of ritual use and wear are visible, including surface abrasions, minor losses, and internal residue within the bowl.
The object was most likely intended for ceremonial or social use rather than everyday smoking. Comparable figural pipes are documented from Central African regions, where such objects were associated with status, communal rites, or ritualised smoking practices.
Attribution is made cautiously and without definitive assignment to a specific ethnic group.
Material
Wood, metal, fibre cord
Origin
Central Africa
Period
20th century (estimated)
Condition
Good overall condition considering age and use.
– Surface wear and patina throughout
– Minor chips and age cracks
– Interior of bowl shows use
– No modern repairs observed
Provenance
Private European collection
Above is a description made by Chatgpt.
Title
Ritual Pipe with Figural Decoration – Central Africa – Wood, Metal
Description
Ritual pipe carved from hardwood and decorated with three seated anthropomorphic figures arranged along the stem. The figures are rendered in a stylised, symmetrical manner, seated face-to-face with bent legs and joined hands, forming a continuous sculptural composition.
The pipe bowl is carved integrally from wood and reinforced with metal bands. Additional metal elements are present at the mouthpiece and joints. The surface shows a well-developed patina consistent with age and handling. Traces of ritual use and wear are visible, including surface abrasions, minor losses, and internal residue within the bowl.
The object was most likely intended for ceremonial or social use rather than everyday smoking. Comparable figural pipes are documented from Central African regions, where such objects were associated with status, communal rites, or ritualised smoking practices.
Attribution is made cautiously and without definitive assignment to a specific ethnic group.
Material
Wood, metal, fibre cord
Origin
Central Africa
Period
20th century (estimated)
Condition
Good overall condition considering age and use.
– Surface wear and patina throughout
– Minor chips and age cracks
– Interior of bowl shows use
– No modern repairs observed
Provenance
Private European collection
Above is a description made by Chatgpt.
Details
No. of items
1
Country of Origin
Central Africa
Period
Mid 20th century
Condition
Good condition
Height
10 cm
Width
47 cm
Depth
5 cm
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