Description:

Native American, Pacific Northwest Coast, United States or Canada, Tlingit or Haida people, ca. late 19th to mid-20th century CE. A fine hand carved marine mammal or ungulate bone smoking pipe inlaid with nacre shells. The pipe utilizes the naturally straight and tapered bone to create a flared mouthpiece or inhalation hole, and a drilled opening into the bone cavity center as the receptacle bowl. The surface is incised with a zoomorphic fox or bear head riding the back of a large bird- perhaps a raven or eagle, who's open beak creates the mouthpiece. The wings and eyes of both beings are inlaid with the nacre panels. Size: 3.65" L x 1.45" W (9.3 cm x 3.7 cm)

Provenance: private Brevard, North Carolina, USA collection

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  • Condition: Stable striations and hairline fissures. Dark patina and smooth surface. Overall great condition.

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