Ser Jacopo: **Smooth Bulldog (L1) (A) Tobacco Pipe

Marked by a pronounced, jutting heel below the tapered rim and a wrapping ridgeline about the bowl, this bent Bulldog from Ser Jacopo boasts firm lines and an architectural disposition that can be felt in hand. The diamond shank extends through the base of the bowl, offsetting some of its rounded features, creating a striking profile that accentuates the angular muscularity of the piece. The acrylic tapered stem matches the design of the shank, arcing gently for a relaxed smoking posture and including a broad accent of briar at its base. This piece wears a dark chestnut finish that perfectly captures the flowing flame grain of the bowl and the lush birdseye of the rim.