Ceremonial Pipe Figure - Lega - DR Congo

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€ 50
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Ceremonial Pipe Figure from the Lega people of DR Congo; a large wooden pipe with bone figures, 72 cm high, 31 cm wide, 20 cm deep, weight 5000 g, dating to the late 20th century, in good condition and sold without a stand.

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Description from the seller

Large and unique wooden pipe with bone figures from the Lega tribe of DR Congo. The pipe is a prestigious object, essentially male, that indicates the rank of its owner. They can sometimes reach important dimensions. Most of the time they are not smoked in, they are objects of ceremony or prestige. The bowl and pipe reed represent two human heads, the body is covered with nails. The part where to smoke from is not fairly attached to the pipe anymore. Large and heavy piece, 72 cm. Weight: 5000 gram!

Shipping within 24 hours after the payment is received. Tracking number will be provided. Signature upon delivery. Fully insured.
May as well be viewed and picked up in Vessem (NL).

Seller's Story

Asian African Art is a gallery specialized in authentic ethnographic art. Lately we are mainly focused on African Art We also have a specialism in golden collectable coins. Your order is in safe hands, we have more than 50 years experience in coins. For more interesting items please visit our website: Asian African Art, located in the Netherlands.

Large and unique wooden pipe with bone figures from the Lega tribe of DR Congo. The pipe is a prestigious object, essentially male, that indicates the rank of its owner. They can sometimes reach important dimensions. Most of the time they are not smoked in, they are objects of ceremony or prestige. The bowl and pipe reed represent two human heads, the body is covered with nails. The part where to smoke from is not fairly attached to the pipe anymore. Large and heavy piece, 72 cm. Weight: 5000 gram!

Shipping within 24 hours after the payment is received. Tracking number will be provided. Signature upon delivery. Fully insured.
May as well be viewed and picked up in Vessem (NL).

Seller's Story

Asian African Art is a gallery specialized in authentic ethnographic art. Lately we are mainly focused on African Art We also have a specialism in golden collectable coins. Your order is in safe hands, we have more than 50 years experience in coins. For more interesting items please visit our website: Asian African Art, located in the Netherlands.

Details

Ethnic group/ culture
Lega
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Late 20th century
Material
Bone, Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Ceremonial Pipe Figure
Height
72 cm
Width
31 cm
Depth
20 cm
Weight
5000 g
The NetherlandsVerified
11430
Objects sold
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