Native American Snake Skin covered Animal Figural Pipe

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Posted 11 months, 25 days ago

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I have a pipe that I bought at an auction. The auctioneer knew nothing about the piece.
1. The shaft (pipe) and the mouth piece are made of wood
2. The shaft is covered in snake skin
3. The bowl is made of brass.
4. The animal figure heads are made of primative brass
a. There's two animals depicted (not sure what they are)

I was looking to see if anyone knows what Native American Tribe could have made this unique pipe.

Thank you
Mike
Balsam Lake WI

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1. mmm, 11 months, 5 days ago
   Hi
   
   I have got the exact same one, didi you find out anything about it?
   
   
2. EJ Smith, 9 months, 19 days ago
   I have a very similar pipe, but the straps holding the figures are wood. Also, the bowl is ivory or bone.
3. EJ Smith, 9 months, 19 days ago
   Got the answer. This pipe is from Africa. Probably a shamans pipe. Mid 20th Century. Animal heads are water buffalo, and eland. Senufo or Cameroon.
4. chevybrat, 3 months, 16 days ago
   hi i have been trying to find info on this pipe as well.
   i also have one
   how much did u pay for yours?
   mine was a gift and i really like it.. not one for art but this is such an unique piece...

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