Iron Teke pipe with copper inlay - DR Congo - first half 20t - Lot 168

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150 - 250 EUR
Iron Teke pipe with copper inlay - DR Congo - first half 20t - Lot 168
Iron Teke pipe with copper inlay - DR Congo - first half 20th century Teke pipe entirely forged in iron, consisting of a long straight pipe terminating in an inclined conical bowl. The central part features a bulge decorated with copper inlays forming circular bands. The metal surface shows a dark patina with traces of use. This type of metal pipe is associated with the Teke peoples of Central Africa and is characterized by its all-metal construction and the presence of inlaid decorative elements. Details: Length: 36 cm - Height of bowl: 5 cm - Weight: 100 g.
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