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A XHOSA PIPE
Carved as a female figure with arms carved in relief to the sides, the head with seed inlay eyes forming the stopper, scorched coiffure, the stem joined to the lower back, black and white beads about the neck, wearing hide apron sewn with blue and white beads, a bead length linking the stem and head, dark patina
18.5cm. high
Carved as a female figure with arms carved in relief to the sides, the head with seed inlay eyes forming the stopper, scorched coiffure, the stem joined to the lower back, black and white beads about the neck, wearing hide apron sewn with blue and white beads, a bead length linking the stem and head, dark patina
18.5cm. high
Special notice
Christie's charge a buyer's premium of 20% (VAT inclusive) for this lot.