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Plateau Style Carved Catlinite Pipe Pipestone Horse Turtle Axe Effigies Huge
Plateau Style Carved Catlinite Pipe Pipestone Horse Turtle Axe Effigies Huge
Plateau Style Carved Catlinite Pipe Pipestone Horse Turtle Axe Effigies Huge
Plateau Style Carved Catlinite Pipe Pipestone Horse Turtle Axe Effigies Huge
Plateau Style Carved Catlinite Pipe Pipestone Horse Turtle Axe Effigies Huge
Plateau Style Carved Catlinite Pipe Pipestone Horse Turtle Axe Effigies Huge
Plateau Style Carved Catlinite Pipe Pipestone Horse Turtle Axe Effigies Huge
Plateau Style Carved Catlinite Pipe Pipestone Horse Turtle Axe Effigies Huge
Plateau Style Carved Catlinite Pipe Pipestone Horse Turtle Axe Effigies Huge
Plateau Style Carved Catlinite Pipe Pipestone Horse Turtle Axe Effigies Huge
Plateau Style Carved Catlinite Pipe Pipestone Horse Turtle Axe Effigies Huge
Plateau Style Carved Catlinite Pipe Pipestone Horse Turtle Axe Effigies Huge

Plateau Style Carved Catlinite Pipe Pipestone Horse Turtle Axe Effigies Huge

$ 448.79

Availability: 57 in stock
  • Condition: Very Good Condition! This is a massive hand carved catlinite pipe adorned with a full body horse, turtle and axe head effigies from the plateau. I purchased it at a Colorado estate auction but the heirs could not tell me more about its provenance; since we don't know for certain who made it, I cannot call it native American made but it could be. The one thing for certain is that it is an extraordinary, ambitious and beautiful handmade item that is extremely unusual. It measures an incredible 14" L x 7" Hx 1.75" D and weighs approx 5 lb 3 oz. There is a little columbine flower etched into one side of the axe head that I believe could be the maker's mark or signature. Patina as found. One horse ear tip has broken off and there is a small chip at the top end of the bowl. Some light paint spatters. The base had green felt attached at one time and there is some residue. Displays really well and has a commanding presence- would be perfect on a fireplace mantle. Sure to be a favorite!
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
  • Provenance: Colorado estate
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
  • Original or Reproduction: unknown
  • Artisan: yes
  • Modified Item: No
  • Origin: Estate Collection
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Culture: Non-Native American
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • Tribal Affiliation: unknown
  • Item must be returned within: 30 Days
  • Handmade: Yes

    Description

    Large Catlinite Pipe with Effigies
    Features a Full Body Horse,Turtle and Axe Head
    Detailed Horse Head
    Incised Patterns on Turtle
    Etched Dot Pattern on Horse Neck and Axe Head
    Wonderful Carving Marks- Looks Like Hand Shaping
    Original Patina as Found
    Natural Color Variations in Stone: aka "Power Spots"
    Measures Approx 14" L x 7" Hx 1.75" D
    Weighs Approx 5 lb 3 oz
    From a Colorado Estate Auction but no Earlier Info
    Unknown Origins May or May Not be Native American
    Very Good Condition: tip broken off one ear, small nick on outer edge of bowl. Some green felt /glue residue on area of bottom, as found. Some errant light colored paint splatters. Displays well with presence. Looks great in room with red leather furniture!
    Note: There is a carved floral symbol only on one side of the axe head- possible signature? (reminds me of a Columbine flower.)
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