Snuff Ring, Tiv People, Nigeria 01
A cylindrical ring decorated with circular, interlaced lines and gadroons. A long stem extends from its center, supporting a small disc on which tobacco was placed before being brought to the nostril.
An example of this can be found in F. Neyt’s book, “Arts de la Benué,” 1985, no. IV.45, p. 200, MRAC, Tervuren.
Tiv people, Nigeria
Copper alloy
Height: 12 cm
First third of the 20th century or earlier
Provenance: former private collection, France
An example of this can be found in F. Neyt’s book, “Arts de la Benué,” 1985, no. IV.45, p. 200, MRAC, Tervuren.
Tiv people, Nigeria
Copper alloy
Height: 12 cm
First third of the 20th century or earlier
Provenance: former private collection, France
250 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Tribal Art
Condition: En l'etat
Material: Brass
Height: 12 cm
Reference (ID): 1778395
Availability: In stock
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