244 - 3 Meerschaum Tobacco Pipes Incl CAO Signed I Bekler Example

3 Meerschaum Tobacco Pipes Incl CAO Signed I Bekler Example A trio of carved meerschaum tobacco pipes featuring figural bowls. The first pipe is a CAO brand example featuring a stylized face with elongated features and a textured headdress. The shank is incised with a white script signature reading I. Bekler. It is fitted with an amber-colored swirling stem featuring a circular brass-toned inset marked CAO. The second pipe depicts a pirate head with a skull-and-crossbones emblem on a headcloth and an eye patch, resting on a dark wood stand. The third bowl is carved as Bacchus with grape clusters and vine leaves; it is currently unmounted from its black curved stem. The collection includes one fitted maroon presentation case with a blue satin lining. A label inside the case reads GENUINE MEERSCHAUM ESKISEHIR TURKEY K. KONCAK. The wooden pipe stand is not included. Largest: 7 1/2" L x 3" W x 3 1/2" H. 14E CONDITION: The Bacchus pipe displays significant condition issues including deep surface cracks on the shank, heavy charring within the chamber, and visible tape repair marks where the shank meets the stem. The pirate pipe shows minor surface scratches to the meerschaum. The CAO signed pipe appears in good condition with light signs of handling. The presentation case shows wear to the exterior and hinge. 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.