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19th Century Carved Meerschaum Smoking Pipe Hand Holding Skull (1 of 40)
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD
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19th Century Carved Meerschaum Smoking Pipe Hand Holding Skull

REF: LA513075
£1,000
€1,168
$1,258
Certified DealerApproved item446 sales by dealer
Certified DealerApproved item446 sales by dealer
Description
Carved French 19th Century Rare Meerschaum Smoking Pipe Hand Holding Skull by Monsieur J Sommer. It has been wonderfully hand carved in the form of a skull which is held in the grasp of an outstretched hand. It has been rather well smoked to perfection since the 1880's late 19th century & a further feature to highlight is that the pipe has an amber stem with silver chased mount. It also comes with the original case which is lined inside, the makers mark has worn away. For a Meerschaum pipe this is the larger size being 20cm in length, 7.3cm high and 5cm in width point. Highly desired collectors piece. Made from Meerschaum which is a clay like mineral that was used to make tobacco pipes, the word Meerschaum translates from German to sea foam, it is a rare is a magnesium silicate mineral with the chemical formula Mg₄Si₆O₁₅(Oh)₂·6H₂O. Meerschaum is one of the most porous substances in the world, which makes it ideal for pipes because it absorbs tobacco's tars, oils, and nicotine. Meerschaum is mainly mined from Turkey and can sometimes be found floating on the Black Sea. When the pipe is smoked you would see the light along with the porous mineral alter colour, which then gives the pipe its golden with amber colours. The sculptor who would of made this masterpiece would employ youths to smoke the pipe until the desired patina was added. We only select & sell paintings based upon subject, quality and significance. We provide our clients with friendly professional customer service. Viewings are welcome by appointment only for customer support please send a message thank you. Checkout our exciting other Fine Arts, antiques & collectibles available in our shop gallery.
measurements
Height:
7.3 cm
Width:
5 cm
Length:
20 cm
Size of Case:- Length 23cm Widest Point 9cm High 6.3cm
declaration
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD has clarified that the 19th Century Carved Meerschaum Smoking Pipe Hand Holding Skull (LA513075) is genuinely of the period declared with the date/period of manufacture being 19th Century
condition
Offered in fine used condition with charming patina to the pipe, scuffs, scratches, stains in places also some losses commensurate with usage and old age. The case has various wear, fading and losses also the hinge is missing.
additional info
Material:
Date of Manufacture:
19th Century
location
This 19th Century Carved Meerschaum Smoking Pipe Hand Holding Skull is located in Greater London, United Kingdom

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