Lot 100 , A South Sea Islands oceanic carved hardwood matrimonial smoking pipe, 6.25in.

A South Sea Islands oceanic carved hardwood matrimonial smoking pipe, of rectangular block form with protruding mouthpieces and simple line decoration, the base with an old label inscribed 'Matrimonial pipe to be used by husband and wife, bought from the South Seas Otaheite by Captain La... 1829', 6.25in.
Estimate £300-500


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Sold for £500