Tobacco pipe with case
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
c. 1867
Tobacco pipe with case; Austro-Hungarian Empire, Vienna, c. 1867. Seafoam "Meerschaum", 750 punched silver, leather and silk. Presents signature on the case: "Adler Fülop Es Fia".
It presents punches of locality and craftsman. Measurements: 13 x 10 x 4 cm. Tobacco pipe bowl in carved meerschaum. The piece stands out for the work of the carving through which a figurative scene of hunting theme is represented. Seafoam, or meerschaum (sepiolite), has been widely valued in the manufacture of smoking pipes since the 18th century due to its physical and aesthetic properties. This mineral, of sedimentary origin and porous structure, is particularly prized for its ability to absorb moisture and tobacco residues, resulting in a drier, fresher and smoother smoke.
In addition, its lightness and ease of carving allow the creation of highly ornamental shapes, which has elevated its status as a favorite material for the elaboration of artistic pipes.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Physical characteristics
- Material (listing wording)
- Seafoam "Meerschaum", 750 punched silver, leather and silk
- Dimensions or weight (listing wording)
- 13 x 10 x 4 cm
Identification
- Source note
- Auction-house description published on Invaluable. Attribution and measurements describe the photographed example; independent type authentication remains research required.
- Listing object ID
- 198741644
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Independent confirmation of type attribution and auction-house statements remains research required.