Sandblasted Billiard with Juma Tobacco Pipe

Chris Asteriou's style is marked by balanced proportions, clean lines, and elevated finishes. Asteriou also prioritizes function in all of his pieces — no doubt the result of his background in architecture and industrial design. Said background has positioned the Greek artisan for pipe-making success, and over the years, he has amassed an impressive portfolio ranging from highly sculptural pieces to practical, minimalist designs. An inherently straightforward shape, this Billiard hews closer to the latter end of that spectrum.

The bowl of this Billiard exhibits a subtle taper toward the rim and a soft fullness about the heel that makes for a particularly elegant silhouette, especially when paired with the accented shank and sleekly tapered stem. The shank's accent, fashioned from Juma, also functions as a mount, and its pearly white hue makes a striking complement to the stummel's warm, rugged sandblast. Said sandblast reveals a wealth of mesmerizing ring grain and beguiling birdseye, all rendered in rich tactile detail that makes this pipe as appealing to the hand as it is to the eye. A hand-cut stem of vulcanite completes the ensemble; its crisp expansion ring adds a subtle yet satisfying flourish to the otherwise sleek form. All in all, this Billiard exudes an eclectic style that's unmistakably "Asteriou," making it an enticing offering for any admirer of his work.