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LOT 2577
Antique Wooden and Brass Inlaid Smoking Pipe Bowl
NORTH AFRICA, CIRCA 19TH CENTURY A.D.
4 1/2 in. (287 grams, 11.6 cm).
The bowl with a twisted rope pattern and inset with small red cabochons, with a chased brass plate around the opening. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom an old Dorset specialist collection.
Acquired on the UK art market since the 1990s.
From the property of a late Lincolnshire, UK, gentleman; thence by descent.
Accompanied by a previous catalogue information slip.
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LOT 2577
Antique Wooden and Brass Inlaid Smoking Pipe Bowl
Estimate £40 - 60€46 - 70 (for guidance only)$54 - 81 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£5 (EUR 6; USD 7) +BP*
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