AKB Meerschaum: Carved Leopard with Tree (Kenan) (with Case) Tobacco Pipe

A wary Leopard cub sits atop a tree branch in this intricate carving from AKB Meerschaum, his spots, swishing tail, and big paws all poised for action. Ever alert, with eyes wide and ears forward, this kitty and his tree, along with the shank upon which he casually drapes a back foot, are stained a warm golden-brown tone, emulating the warm colors of patination that accrue over smoking sessions and time. The "tree" is slanted forward, offering more than two inches of chamber depth, while the entire composition ventures into Churchwarden length territory, as it measures more than 10 inches long. A neat take on the whimsical nuances of a big cat, it's topped by a stylish amber-hued stem and will smoke with a neutral flavor.