Nupe, Nigeria: An ivory trumpet, with beautiful, old patina. In perfect condition.
A side-blown trumpet of the Nupe, South Nigeria. Made of ivory, with a rectangular mouthpiece on the outside. The length of the instrument is carved in seven angular facets, whilst its lower end is decorated with all-round bands of geometric lines, symbols and zigzag lines in relief. Side-blown horns, such as the present one, were used on the occasion of the public appearance of kings, chiefs and high dignitaries.
An old ceremonial instrument with beautiful patina darkened to a honey coloured shade. In perfect condition, no damage.
Between the 19th century and the first third of the 20th century; L: c. 57 cm. (ME) ASA
Specialist: Erwin Melchardt
Erwin Melchardt
+43-1-515 60-465
erwin.melchardt@dorotheum.at
26.05.2015 - 15:00
- Realized price: **
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EUR 1,125.-
- Estimate:
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EUR 1,800.- to EUR 2,400.-
Nupe, Nigeria: An ivory trumpet, with beautiful, old patina. In perfect condition.
A side-blown trumpet of the Nupe, South Nigeria. Made of ivory, with a rectangular mouthpiece on the outside. The length of the instrument is carved in seven angular facets, whilst its lower end is decorated with all-round bands of geometric lines, symbols and zigzag lines in relief. Side-blown horns, such as the present one, were used on the occasion of the public appearance of kings, chiefs and high dignitaries.
An old ceremonial instrument with beautiful patina darkened to a honey coloured shade. In perfect condition, no damage.
Between the 19th century and the first third of the 20th century; L: c. 57 cm. (ME) ASA
Specialist: Erwin Melchardt
Erwin Melchardt
+43-1-515 60-465
erwin.melchardt@dorotheum.at
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| Auction: | Tribal Art |
| Auction type: | Saleroom auction |
| Date: | 26.05.2015 - 15:00 |
| Location: | Vienna | Palais Dorotheum |
| Exhibition: | 20.05. - 26.05.2015 |
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