246 - Bekler Carved Block Meerschaum Pipe with Fitted Case, Unsmoked

Bekler Carved Block Meerschaum Pipe with Fitted Case, Unsmoked I. Bekler block meerschaum tobacco pipe in a traditional bent billiard form. The bowl is intricately decorated with an all-over carved basket-weave lattice pattern. The shank features longitudinal fluting flanked by two bands of braided rope-style carving. The stem is constructed of a translucent orange marbled acrylic material. The pipe is housed in its original blue velvet hardshell presentation case with a yellow satin-style lining. Marked on the shank I. Bekler. The case lid is printed with a diamond logo containing the letters CAD and the name I. Bekler. A small metal tag inside the case is marked Block Meerschaum Made in Turkey. 3" x 8" x 4" 17D CONDITION: The pipe appears to be in unused condition with no charring, residue, or darkening to the interior of the bowl. The meerschaum surface is clean and consistent in color. The acrylic stem shows no visible bite marks or oxidation. The case exhibits external storage wear, including staining and fading to the blue velvet on the lid and underside. The brass-tone latch is functional. 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.