**Originally Listed At $2000**

Native American, Pacific Northwest Coast, United States or Canada, Kwakiutl, Tlingit or Haida people, ca. mid-20th century CE. A large and intricate walrus ivory pipe made from 2 pieces, a flared receptacle bowl and a lengthy stem inlaid with nacre. The front of the stem depicts a mythical sea monster known as a sisiutl, with a tongue flicking out and curling over the snout- conveniently forming a suspension loop. Behind the sisiutl is another zoomorphic head, perhaps an otter or bear with a smaller tongue and a pair of horns or ears. The eyes and nostrils of the sisiutl and other animal are inlaid with large panels of shimmering nacre. Size: 9.5" L x 0.8" W x 3.25" H (24.1 cm x 2 cm x 8.3 cm)

This is an ESA antique exempt piece of ivory and cannot be sold internationally or to anyone residing in the states of California, Hawaii, Illinois, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, and Washington. We guarantee that the piece was made prior to 1972.

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Provenance: private Brevard, North Carolina, USA collection

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#171003

Red residue from label on side. Natural striations and dark brown patina. A few minor surface nicks, otherwise intact and excellent.