Ser Jacopo: Rusticated Bent Dublin (R1) (A) (Maxima) Tobacco Pipe

A robust, muscular rendition of the Dublin shape, this piece bears a "Maxima" stamp, a designation Ser Jacopo reserves for pipes of hearty proportions. The tall bowl flares from the solid heel toward the rim and houses a chamber capacity of respectable depth. Out back, the lifted diamond shank provides the composition with crisp, structural lines that accentuate the pipe's burly appearance, as it tapers with the acrylic mouthpiece to the bit. A stark, earthy rustication dresses the stummel and lends the briar a rugged texture, save for the rim, nomenclature panel, and a trim band around the shank end, which are left smooth and stained a lighter color for contrast. Bold and eye-catching, this piece is a distinctive bit of Italian craftsmanship, and it will surely become a welcome addition to any collector's rotation.