Julius Vesz 1985 Hand Cut Briar Tobacco Pipe
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
1985
This tobacco pipe is a 1985 "Hand Cut" example created by artisan Julius Vesz. These pipes were meticulously crafted using the maker's oldest and finest blocks of aged briar, known for their superior quality and grain.
The pipe features a textured, rustic bowl finish combined with polished sections, showcasing the natural characteristics of the briar wood. The stem, constructed from what is described as German Vulcanite, terminates in a bit that shows evidence of usage, specifically noted as having teeth marks. The pipe is marked on a polished surface on the left side of the bowl. Measuring approximately 2 5/8 inches in height and 6 1/2 inches in length, this specimen represents the specialized craftsmanship typical of Vesz's hand-carved approach to pipe making, emphasizing the integration of raw natural materials with functional design for the pipe enthusiast.
The pipe is a single piece comprising a distinct bowl and stem assembly, reflecting the utilitarian and aesthetic standards applied to bespoke smoking implements of the era.
Evidence at a glance
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Physical characteristics
- Height
- 2 5/8 inches
- Length
- 6 1/2 inches
- Material
- briar wood, German Vulcanite
Technical characteristics
- Marks
- fully marked on a polished surface to the left side of bowl
Design
- Finish
- textured rustic bowl with polished sections
- Features
- teeth marks to mouth piece
Identification
- Source note
- Described from a single auction-house listing published on Invaluable (reproduced with Invaluable's permission). Details apply to that one example; other examples of the type may differ, and the listing is supplementary evidence, not authentication.
- Maker named in listing
- Julius Vesz
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.