Ceremonial Pipe - DR Congo (No reserve price)

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Ceremonial Pipe, a bronze artifact from the Luba culture in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, dating to the early 20th century, from a private collection; height 22 cm, width 4 cm, depth 4 cm, in good condition.

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Bronze tribal pipes are typically ethnographic art pieces or antiques, not pipes for everyday use. They are valued for their history, craftsmanship, and cultural symbolism.

Originating from the Luba culture (DRC), this pipe was originally used in tribal ceremonies, shamanic rituals, or as symbols of prestige, and is now primarily sought after by collectors and art connoisseurs. It still works.

Bronze tribal pipes are typically ethnographic art pieces or antiques, not pipes for everyday use. They are valued for their history, craftsmanship, and cultural symbolism.

Originating from the Luba culture (DRC), this pipe was originally used in tribal ceremonies, shamanic rituals, or as symbols of prestige, and is now primarily sought after by collectors and art connoisseurs. It still works.

Details

No. of items
1
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Early 20th century
Material
Bronze
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Ceremonial Pipe
Height
22 cm
Width
4 cm
Depth
4 cm
Provenance
Private collection
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Objects sold
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