- 2 Frassetto Way - Lincoln Park, NJ 07035
The Gentleman's Collection
Lot 241:
Description
Three Turkish block meerschaum tobacco pipes handcrafted by master carver Ismet Bekler. The group includes a smooth bent billiard pipe, a textured Dublin-form pipe with geometric ring carving, and an ornate footed upright pipe featuring foliate and geometric relief motifs. Each pipe is fitted with a variegated amber-toned acrylic or lucite stem. The footed pipe includes a carved base with a flat bottom for upright display. A green fitted case with a yellow velvet-style lining and a brown drawstring pouch are included. Each pipe is marked on the shank I. Bekler. The footed pipe is additionally marked on the base E.C.D. ’98. The interior of the case features a black and gold foil label marked CAO Handcrafted of the finest block meerschaum by CAO. 5 1/2" H x 2" W x 3 3/4" D.
14E
Condition report:
All three pipes appear to be in unused condition with clean, unburnt bowls and shanks. The meerschaum surfaces show no chips or cracks. The acrylic stems are free of tooth marks or chatter. The CAO case shows minor exterior scuffing and remains structurally sound with a functional clasp.
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