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French Art Deco Carved Wood Pipe Depicting Two Heads of African Men, Ca. 1920s

$750
£567.18
€649.67
CA$1,050.93
A$1,147.26
CHF 604.05
MX$13,742.87
NOK 7,725.55
SEK 7,053.55
DKK 4,853.20

About the Item

French Art Deco Tobacco Smoking Pipe Two Heads of African Men Hand-Carved Wood Circa 1920s DIMENSIONS Length: 6.25 inches Width: 1.75 inches Height: 2.25 inches ABOUT A tobacco smoking pipe made of hand-carved wood.The mouthpiece is damaged. The stem depicts two heads of African Men, Circa 1920s. MEERSCHAUM Meerschaum is a soft white mineral—specifically hydrated magnesium silicate—that has been prized for centuries in the making of smoking pipes, sculptures, and small decorative objects. The word meerschaum comes from German and means “sea foam,” because the material is so light and porous that it can actually float on water. ORIGIN: Found mainly in Eskisehir, Turkey, which produces nearly all the world’s high-grade meerschaum. Also occurs in small deposits in Greece, Morocco, Spain, and parts of the U.S. COLOR: Naturally, white or cream; it can be polished to a waxy luster. TEXTURE: Very light, soft, and porous—easy to carve when wet but hardens when dried. POROSITY: This makes it an ideal material for smoking pipes, as it absorbs nicotine and tar, giving a cool, dry, flavorful smoke. IN SMOKING PIPES: A meerschaum pipe darkens gradually with use, developing a golden patina that collectors value highly. Unlike briar pipes, it doesn’t burn or “ghost” flavors, allowing the pure taste of tobacco. Each pipe is often hand-carved, sometimes into intricate faces, animals, or classical motifs. IN ART AND COLLECTIBLES Used since the 18th century for miniature sculptures, cameos, and ornamental boxes. Antique meerschaum carvings are now highly collectible, especially those from 19th-century Vienna and Istanbul workshops.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2.25 in (5.72 cm)Width: 1.75 in (4.45 cm)Depth: 6.25 in (15.88 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Deco (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Stone,Hand-Carved
  • Place of Origin:
    France
  • Period:
    1920-1929
  • Date of Manufacture:
    ca. 1920s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. We make our best effort to provide a fair and descriptive condition report. Please examine photos attentively, as they are an integral part of the description. Send us a message to request more details or discuss price.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2819348088352

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