Nørding: Hunting Pipe Smooth Elephant (2015) Tobacco Pipe

Flared at the rim and possessing the subtle taper throughout the bowl that often marks the shape, this bent Dublin from Erik Nording belongs to his Hunting Pipe series, a line of pipes that take inspiration from a particular game animal each year in order to raise awareness of global conservation efforts. In 2015, the African elephant was commemorated by the series, and that influence is evident in the subtle curvature of this piece, reminiscent of an elephant's tusks or trunk. The stummel wears a tan and gray smooth finish that is deftly complemented by the dark gray hues of the acrylic mouthpiece, creating a sleek, unified profile that can't help but charm.