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Unique Huron Pipe Bowl C. 1850s - with Modern Stem and Stand

Currency:USD Category:Western Americana Start Price:750.00 USD Estimated At:1,500.00 - 3,000.00 USD
Unique Huron Pipe Bowl C. 1850s - with Modern Stem and Stand
Property being sold is not new! Dents, dings, scratches and other damage may be present—and is common—on used and vintage items. Items are available for preview well in advance of the auction and we take several pictures as well. Please inspect thoroughly PRIOR to bidding. Once auctioneer says “SOLD” Buyer assumes all responsibility for items.
Here is an old and unique Huron pipe bowl circa 1850s, with a modern stem and stand. The catlinite pipe bowl represents the shape of a hand holding a bowl. The design of the bowl is attributed to being a Huron. The stem is more modern with a twisted design and tacked accents. It was made to compliment the bowl. The stem and display stand were made by "Fortunate Eagle," a well-known artist. He specifically made the stem to compliment the bowl in a style that would have been period correct. There are correspondence between him and the former owner talking about this piece (and another pipe also). MAKER: The pipe is attributed as being Huron. The display stand and pipe stem were made by Adam "Fortunate Eagle" Nordwall (who goes by Fortunate Eagle). A well-known artist. APPROX AGE: Circa 1850s for the pipe bowl and early 2000s on the stem and display. SIZE: 3-1/4 inches wide X 19-1/2 inches long overall. CONDITION: Good for its age, normal wear expected. Please look closely at the pictures as they are an important part of our description and are hereby incorporated into the description, specifically with regards to condition. SHIPPING: There will be a $10 handling / packaging fee for shipping this lot. The actual cost of postage will be added on top of that. BUY IT NOW: If you would like to buy this item now, without waiting for the auction day to bid on it, we do offer this option (which is available up to 48 hours before the actual auction starts). The “Buy it Now” price is the high estimate of this lot (plus applicable fees and the Buyer's premium is discounted to 10% when using the Buy it Now option). If you would like to exercise this option, you must contact us by email (or phone as long as you talk to someone live). Reference this lot number and your intention to "Buy it Now."