Mark Tinsky: Root Rhodesian with Spalted Maple and Morta (6) (Two Star) Tobacco Pipe

In profile, this Rhodesian is a fairly classic piece from Mark Tinsky, with robust proportions that hint at the iconic Bullmoose shape. What separates this Tinsky version is the American carver's striking use of accents: The rim features an outer ring of spalted maple, whose lighter hues match the stummel's natural stain, while the maple's darker, inky grain patterns align with the rim's inner ring of dark morta. These two accent rings combine for a strikingly unique aesthetic that elevates the already handsome shaping of this pipe.