Lot 123

Antique tribal, side blown, carved tusk 57 cm war trumpet, Central Africa, 19th century

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Antique tribal, side blown, carved tusk 57 cm war trumpet, Central Africa, 19th century
Antique tribal, side blown, carved tusk 57 cm war trumpet, Central Africa, 19th century
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Antique tribal, side blown, carved tusk 57 cm war trumpet, Central Africa, 19th century

Estimate: $2,000 - $4,000

Starting Bid: $800

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by Eternity Gallery
June 14, 2026 10:00 AM EDT
Live Auction
PO Box 48073
Tampa, FL, US 33646

Antique tribal, side blown, 57 cm tusk war trumpet, Central Africa, 19th century; Length: 57 cm = 22 inches; Weight: 790 g; An old side-blown trumpet made of ivory, with offset carved tip. On the inside of the tip is the oval mouthpiece. A very old piece, with convincing age patina (ivory naturally darkens with time). The colour ranges from honey yellow under the mouthpiece, where a carrying strap was attached for many years, to a dark red brown. Condition: used, but perfect for the age of more than 140 years old.

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Bid Increments
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$0 $99 $10
$100 $199 $20
$200 $499 $25
$500 $999 $50
$1,000 $4,999 $100
$5,000 $9,999 $250
$10,000 $19,999 $500
$20,000 + $1,000