England Whilst John Redman’s higher-end models, such as the Royal, Special, or Aristocrat, were often characterised by unconventional shapes and very striking dimensions, clearly reflecting changing consumer tastes in the second half of the 20th century, the pipes from the Redonian series fundamentally continued to adhere to a traditional understanding of classic shapes and sizes,…
England A highly successful example of craftsmanship from the John Redman factory in the mid-20th century. Both the remarkable ‘oriental’ finish—first seen on Redman pipes before being adopted and successfully utilized by other artisans—and the thoughtful interpretation of the acorn shape are sure to captivate any avid collector. Pipe markings “REDONIAN DE LUXE \ LONDON…
England According to catalogues Redonian De Luxe is “An attractive line of first quality Briars supplied principally in rich Walnut colour in a wide range of shapes in bags and single boxes”. A very stylish creature from an upper range series from the English John Redman pipe factory , produced around the 1950-70s. Pipe markings…
England A unique upper-grade pipe from the John Redman pipe factory in London. The finish is well-known today for Ian Walker’s incredibly beautiful “Northern Briars Oriental” pipes. However, as we can see, the idea is much older, and it was implemented at least a few decades before. Pipe markings “REDONIAN \ DE-LUXE \ LONDON MADE”Length…
England A unique upper grade pipe from the John Redman pipe factory in London. The finish is well known today for Ian Walker’s incredibly beautiful “Northern Briars Oriental” pipes. But as we can see the idea is much older and it was implemented at least a few decades before.
England According to catalogues Redonian De Luxe is “An attractive line of first quality Briars supplied principally in rich Walnut colour in a wide range of shapes in bags and single boxes”. But this pipe is a very interesting and unusual exception from the rule: it’s made in natural “virgin” finish without any staining at…
England The pipe belongs to one of the most successful and popular series produced on the John Redman pipe factory in London in the middle of the XX century. A good lightweight smoker with very unusual finish. The bowl had a few indentations – they were carefully and reliably patched but naturally visible under a…