SER JACOPO Rowlette Maxima

August 7, 2025August 7, 2025

Italy, 1990-2000s

Giancarlo Guidi’s (Ser Jacopo dalla Gemma) entry in the pipe makers’ competition themed “imitation of wax drops.” We have already showcased the impressive works of Roberto Ascorti and Mario Gasparini, but Giancarlo’s piece stands out as the most successful imitation—and also the largest one, according to the specifications.

Most notably, check the details and you’ll see why it rightly bears the “Maxima” mark. This pipe was made after 1997, as indicated by the logo on the mouthpiece—a silver letter “J.”

Pipe markings “MAXIMA”, “ROWLETTE”, “PER ASPERA \ AD ASTRA”, “Ser Jacopo \ FATTA A MANO \ ITALIA”
Length 14.2 cm (5.6″)
Bowl Height 6.4 cm (2.52″)
Outside Diameter 5.2 cm (2.05″)
Chamber Diameter 2.2 cm (0.87″)
Chamber Depth 5.2 cm (2.05″)
Weight 81 gr.

Briar, acrylic stem, no filter.

The pipe is not for sale. It was restored to order and has already started a new life in a new cozy home.

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