242 - 3 Altinok Hand Carved Block Meerschaum Figural Tobacco Pipes, Unsmoked

3 Altinok Hand Carved Block Meerschaum Figural Tobacco Pipes, Unsmoked A collection of three unsmoked hand-carved block meerschaum tobacco pipes. The first is a large Bacchus style figural pipe featuring a bearded face adorned with grapes and vine leaves. It is fitted with a dark, curved acrylic stem. The second pipe features an upright bowl with elaborate lattice and basketweave patterns and a curved amber-colored stem. The third pipe is a figural bust of Ronald Reagan, characterized by a smiling expression and textured hair, resting in a mahogany-finished wooden stand and fitted with a curved amber-colored stem. The collection includes a black fitted hardshell case with a tan velvet interior. The interior of the case lid bears a red and gold oval label reading Altinok Turkey. The Bacchus pipe is incised YUNUS on the side of the base. The lattice-carved pipe is incised I. Bekler on the shank. The Ronald Reagan bust is incised M. Bassav on the underside of the shank. The wooden pipe stand is not included with the lot. Largest: 8" L x 2" W x 3 1/2" H. 14E CONDITION: The pipes are in excellent, unsmoked condition. The meerschaum surfaces are clean and white with no visible signs of use, charring, or residue. There are no observable chips, cracks, or repairs to the carvings or the stems. NOTICE TO BIDDERS: The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition. Photos are considered part of the condition report. Complete condition information is available by request, please request no later than 24 hours prior to the auction. All lots are offered and sold "as is", and Willow Auctions will not provide refunds based on condition. Timepiece movements, lighting and electrics have not been tested, and art has not been examined out of the frame unless otherwise stated.