Werner Mummert: Sandblasted Deco Poker Tobacco Pipe

Although Werner Mummert is known for his experimental, boundary-pushing style and novel shapes, the German carver fashions more traditional designs as well, with this Poker being one such example. A classic, archetypal rendition of the classic form, this piece boasts a tall, cylindrical bowl that stands at the fore of a lengthy shank and an abbreviated saddle stem. Said bowl boasts a flat heel that enables the entire composition to sit confidently without the aid of a pipe stand, making this piece a solid desk pipe. The low-slung transition and the sleek lines of the shank-and-stem arrangement emphasize the height and stature of the bowl, all while providing balance to the overall form. Dressing this piece is Mummert's signature Deco finish, which consists of a crisp sandblast elevated by a wash of technicolor hues.