Lot #181 - Nigerian Cast Iron Figural Pipe Bowl, 19th Century, from Birda Emirate
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Auction House:Shapiro Auctions
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Sale Name:Fine Furniture, Paintings, Decorative and Asian Art
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Sale Date:22 Mar 2015 ~ 12noon
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Lot #:181
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Lot Description:Nigerian Cast Iron Figural Pipe Bowl, 19th Century, from Birda Emirate
hinged lid surmounted by male bust with bird on each shoulder
height 17 cm -
Provenance:it is understood to have been presented to Dr. Eades (surgeon during the Laird and Baiki Expedition in 1863-1864) by King Maseba Dan Malam Dendo of Birda Emirate. Estate of D'Arcy Ryan
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Estimate:A$400 - 600
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Realised Price:
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Category:Miscellaneous
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