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Italy, 1980-2000s As previously mentioned, Luigi Radice is renowned for crafting exceptionally large pipes. However, even when a pipe is of more standard size, his signature style is often evident in long-shanked designs, which require extraordinary skill and a careful … Continued
Italy, 1970s No need to search for a photo of the marking here—the logo with the famous “moustache” on the mouthpiece clearly identifies it as a Caminetto pipe. This compact and practical design from the 1970s was created by the … Continued
Italy, 1960-80s The pipe bearing the GJR marking is likely the result of a collaboration between Danish craftsman and entrepreneur Georg Jensen (GJ) and the Italian pipe factory Rossi (R) during the 1960s to 1980s. The beveled top of the … Continued
Italy This piece is the work of Roberto Ascorti, a hereditary Italian artisan and son of Giuseppe ‘Peppino’ Ascorti, renowned for his contributions at Castello and as a co-founder of Caminetto. The artisan’s unique ‘New Dear’ finish is a play … Continued
Italy This piece is another homage to traditional calabash pipes, crafted in a refined, expressive, and distinctly Italian style. Naturally, the manufacturer’s name adds an extra layer of charm to the creation. While Brebbia may not produce as many pipes … Continued
Italy, 1940-60s This is unmistakably a Lorenzo Tagliabue pipe, made before he took over the family’s historic pipe manufactory, previously known as Fratelli Lana (1900-1946) and Manufattura di Pipe Tagliabue (1946-1969). You can find this exact marking on the well-known … Continued
Italy Nobody can say that Claudio Cavicchi, a farmer from Bologna, Italy, is an impatient man. His profession as a farmer naturally lends itself to the development of a relaxed and contemplative lifestyle. Additionally, Claudio is renowned as a highly … Continued
Italy This may not be the most valuable Ser Jacopo pipe we have ever showcased, but its allure lies in its convenient and comfortable shape, masterful rustication, and, of course, the prestigious name it bears. Judging by the dotted logo … Continued
Italy An exciting discovery for Savinelli collectors: the crowned serpent logo was only stamped on Savinelli Rock Grain and some of the Savinelli Hand Made (Autograph) freehands. Although this pipe has no shape number, the rich and distinctive rustication is … Continued
