Two Thembu wood pipes

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Two Thembu wood pipes
Of iklam type, one shaped as a boot with the tall cylindrical bowl projecting from the toe, some lead inlay; the other with tall cylindrical bowl above pierced base with brass inlay, each with horn mouthpiece
7in. to 8¾in. (18cm. to 22cm.) long (2)

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VAT rate of 17.5% is payable on hammer price plus buyer’s premium This lot is subject to Collection and Storage charges

Lot Essay

COMPARATIVE LITERATURE:
Cf. Shaw, E.M. and Van Warmelo, N.J., The Material Culture of the Cape Nguni, part 4, Cape Town, 1988, p.751, fig.22

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