No reserve price - Pipe - Porcelain, Wood, Textiles, metal

Large antique German long-stem tobacco pipe dating from the late 19th century. The pipe features an elongated porcelain bowl richly decorated with colourful figural scenes. Along the side of the porcelain bowl is the inscription “Die Braut von Messina”, referring to Friedrich Schiller’s well-known German tragedy. The porcelain bowl is fitted with an ornate hinged metal wind cap. The long decorative stem is composed of turned black elements, horn-coloured details, a flexible textile-covered section and decorative tassels, creating a particularly impressive overall appearance. The pipe retains a strong historic and decorative character and is an attractive collector’s piece for enthusiasts of antique tobacco accessories, German porcelain and 19th-century decorative objects. Condition: Good antique condition with visible age-related wear, patina, surface marks and wear to the decorative elements consistent with its age. The metal fittings show natural oxidation and patina. Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the condition description. Dimensions: Length: approx. 75 cm Width: approx. 7 cm Weight: approx. 226 g Materials: Porcelain, wood, horn or horn-like decorative elements, metal and textile. The item will be carefully and securely packed for shipping.

Estimate:£124.95

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