Antiquities, Pre-Columbian & Tribal Art - 10th February 2015

Lot 296

A Lwena or Chokwe double pipe

Estimate £1,500 - £2,500 | Hammer £1300

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Description

A Lwena or Chokwe double pipe, Angola, of cross form, the front carved a standing figure with ribbed coiffure and with beads, the two bowls, lined and the top with brass studs, ebonised highlights and with a metal mouthpiece, 9.5cm wide, 22.5cm high.

Provenance:

Christie's, London, 1980's.