Nørding: Brown Matte Bent Billiard (2) Tobacco Pipe

Though still a bit more reserved than his more prevalent Fancy Freehand work, this bent Billiard from Erik Nording is a dramatically stylized interpretation of the classic profile, pairing a stylish downturned stem to a full-bodied bowl and trim, upturned shank. The shank and stem here strike a rather elegant silhouette together and offer a comfortable smoking posture, while the rounded, plateau-crowned bowl up front offers a lovely feel in hand. Part of the Danish carver's Brown Matte series, this piece appropriately wears a vibrant brown stain that reveals some handsome grain, all in a smooth, matte finish that keeps things feeling understated.