CALUMET
Sioux Indians, Plains region, North America
Around 1880
Catlinite and wood
Total length: 86 cm; Stove length: 19.5 cm; Stove height: 10.7 cm
The catlinite pipe bowl, in the shape of an "L", is mounted on a light wood stem carved with geometric patterns.
According to John Baldwin, in his book Red Pipes, Indian smoking pipes of the American frontier: "It is thought that the finely carved wooden pipes originated as a pastime of white traders. This idea certainly influenced the Indians."
The peace pipe is linked to ritual practice. Smoking a pipe could be an opportunity to commemorate an event, inaugurate a facility, or celebrate an important occasion. It is said that the smoke rose to heaven, where the Great Creator resides. Peace pipes were kept in long bags.
Bibliography: A similar model is reproduced in the book Red Pipes, Indian smoking pipes of the American frontier, by John Baldwin p. 26.
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