Prehistoric - North America - Stone Pipe > Lot No. 915

Description:
A grey, steatite straight-stemmed pipe with barrel-shaped bowl.

Measurements:
315 grams, 165 mm.

Condition:
Very fine, undamaged. Rare.

References:
Miles, C. Indian and Eskimo Artefacts of North America, p. 214.

Provenance:
Ex Dr Alston Weaver collection; acquired 1930s; found St Louis mound complex before 1930.

Estimate: £150 - 250 (EUR 180 - 300; USD 240 - 400)

Auction date: Thursday 9th September 2010 at The Swedenborg Hall 20-21 Bloomsbury Way
London WC1A 2TH

Sold for: £200