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MBSD Meerschaum Masters is our line for special, typically figural, meerschaum pipes carved by some of today’s greatest living meerschaum carvers. For this pipe, we enlisted the services of Turkish master Kenan. Details: Length: 6.8″ / 172.7mm Bowl Width: 0.77 / 19.55mm Bowl Depth: 1.6″ / 40.64mm Weight: 3.5oz / 100g
While some pipe-makers take inspiration from the natural world, or from the technologies of present and past, few of them in the contemporary seek to represent these forms in their work. Czech artisan Ondrej Bárta of Moonlight pipes does just that, in a way that recalls the intricate, figural carvings of briar pipes from the…
While some pipe-makers take inspiration from the natural world, or from the technologies of present and past, few of them in the contemporary seek to represent these forms in their work. Czech artisan Ondrej Bárta of Moonlight pipes does just that, in a way that recalls the intricate, figural carvings of briar pipes from the…
While some pipe-makers take inspiration from the natural world, or from the technologies of present and past, few of them in the contemporary seek to represent these forms in their work. Czech artisan Ondrej Bárta of Moonlight pipes does just that, in a way that recalls the intricate, figural carvings of briar pipes from the…
At MBSD we sell a lot of high-grade, high-quality pipes from various iconic makes, but the pipes we’re most proud of are our meerschaums. Right from the beginning, we wanted to offer the best smoking meers on the market, and to do this, we had them made with two distinct features. First, we made sure…
Though I’m biased in my being partial to our own, MBSD-make meerschaums, I still appreciate the pipes of other makes, especially when they’re as nice as this one. The style makes it look at least half a century old, bearing a distinctly figural carving of what appears to be grapevines or berry branches, which sit…
Ismail Baglan is one of the best known carvers of modern meerschaum pipes. This pipe was originally purchased at the KC pipe show back in 2017-18. Details: Length: 9″ / 228.6mm Bowl Width: 0.87 / 22.09mm Bowl Depth: 1.55″ / 39.37mm Weight: 4.5oz / 128g
MBSD Meerschaum Masters is our line for special, typically figural, meerschaum pipes carved by some of today’s greatest living meerschaum carvers. For this pipe, we enlisted the services of Turkish master Kenan. The closest classical art form to meerschaum carving is sculpture. In this instance, the closest analog in the sculptural arts as classically defined,…
Well made and detailed hand carved block meerschaum pipe. Details: Length: 5.7″ Bowl Width: 22.7mm Bowl Depth: 1.5″ Weight: 95g
MBSD Meerschaum Masters is our line for special, typically figural, meerschaum pipes carved by some of today’s greatest living meerschaum carvers. For this pipe, we enlisted the services of Turkish master Kenan. Hunting has been a prominent motif throughout the history of meerschaum carving, in part due to the high status of those who could…
MBSD Meerschaum Masters is our line for special, typically figural, meerschaum pipes carved by some of today’s greatest living meerschaum carvers. For this pipe, we enlisted the services of Turkish master Kenan. Horses have been a common motif in meerschaum pipes and cheroot holders for centuries. Part of the reason is obvious: they’re majestic creatures…
I’ve said before that the closest analog to meerschaum carving in fine art (as traditionally defined) is sculpture. More specifically, its closest analog is subtractive sculpture, such as in the medium of marble. A question I’ve sometimes wondered, however, is of which period in the history of sculpture that meerschaum carving would be analogous to….
While some pipe-makers take inspiration from the natural world, or from the technologies of present and past, few of them in the contemporary seek to represent these forms in their work. Czech artisan Ondrej Bárta of Moonlight pipes does just that, in a way that recalls the intricate, figural carvings of briar pipes from the…
While some pipe-makers take inspiration from the natural world, or from the technologies of present and past, few of them in the contemporary seek to represent these forms in their work. Czech artisan Ondrej Bárta of Moonlight pipes does just that, in a way that recalls the intricate, figural carvings of briar pipes from the…
At MBSD we sell a lot of high-grade, high-quality pipes from various iconic makes, but the pipes we’re most proud of are our meerschaums. Right from the beginning, we wanted to offer the best smoking meers on the market, and to do this, we had them made with two distinct features. First, we made sure…
I’m not too familiar with Paykoc as a meerschaum brand, but I am familiar with Emre Mangaltepe, who happened to carve this pipe for the brand. Emre is a true artist in the meerschaum world, and the level of detail on this pipe shows off his skills wonderfully. Details: Length: 6.2″ / 157.4mm Bowl…
Though I don’t know the maker, I do recognize true Turkish artistry when I see it. The latticework on this meerschaum is expertly carved, which is all the more impressive given how large the pipe is. Details: Length: 7.2″ / 182.8mm Bowl Width: 0.87 / 22.09mm Bowl Depth: 2.06″ / 52.32mm Weight: 2.4oz /…
From the looks of it, this particular meerschaum pipe was carved to celebrate 200 years of American independence, and was therefore carved into one of the United States’ great monuments – the Liberty Bell. Details: Length: 6.5″ / 165.1mm Bowl Width: 0.79 / 20.06mm Bowl Depth: 1.3″ / 33.02mm Weight: 1.1oz / 32g
MBSD Meerschaum Masters is our line for special, typically figural, meerschaum pipes carved by some of today’s greatest living meerschaum carvers. For this pipe, we enlisted the services of Turkish master Kenan. The closest classical art form to meerschaum carving is sculpture. In this instance, the closest analog in the sculptural arts as classically defined,…
Founded in 1964 by Turkish engineer Cano A. Ozgener, CAO was one of the most renowned importers of meerschaum pipes in the last half-century, thanks in no small part to their close affiliation with master carvers such as Ismet Bekler. Emerging out of Ozgener’s own dissatisfaction with the quality of Turkish-made meerschaum pipes of the…
I’ve said before may times that the closest art form to meerschaum carving is classical sculpture, and that this is perhaps most exemplified by the form of the bust, which each commonly employs. This one takes as its subject a far more modern figure than classical sculpture however, that being one of the two most…
While I am – unsurprisingly – partial to our own, MBSD-brand meerschaums, that doesn’t mean I don’t recognize a good meer when I see one, regardless of the maker. This magnum-sized one from Hakan is undeniably masterfully carved, and could be the perfect pipe for a red-blooded American patriot. This pipe is also completely unsmoked….
MBSD Meerschaum Masters is our line for special, typically figural, meerschaum pipes carved by some of today’s greatest living meerschaum carvers. For this pipe, we enlisted the services of Turkish master Kenan. The closest classical art form to meerschaum carving is sculpture. In this instance, the closest analog in the sculptural arts as classically defined,…
While some pipe-makers take inspiration from the natural world, or from the technologies of present and past, few of them in the contemporary seek to represent these forms in their work. Czech artisan Ondrej Bárta of Moonlight pipes does just that, in a way that recalls the intricate, figural carvings of briar pipes from the…
MBSD Meerschaum Masters is our line for special, typically figural, meerschaum pipes carved by some of today’s greatest living meerschaum carvers. For this pipe, we enlisted the services of Turkish master Kenan. he closest classical art form to meerschaum carving is sculpture. In this instance, the closest analog in the sculptural arts as classically defined,…
Nørding was founded by Erik Nørding in the 1960s, and is one of the oldest remaining companies to come out of the Scandinavian pipe-making renaissance that began in the mid-20th century. Now in his 80s, Erik Nørding is one of the most experienced and skilled pipe-makers in the world, and over the decades he has…
SMS was among the more popular makers of meerschaum. It’s always cool to run across a pipe like this and it be unsmoked. Details: Length: 6.5″ / 165.1mm Bowl Width: 0.80 / 20.32mm Bowl Depth: 1.4″ / 35.56mm Weight: 1.9oz / 56g
While some pipe-makers take inspiration from the natural world, or from the technologies of present and past, few of them in the contemporary seek to represent these forms in their work. Czech artisan Ondrej Bárta of Moonlight pipes does just that, in a way that recalls the intricate, figural carvings of briar pipes from the…
MBSD Meerschaum Masters is our line for special, typically figural, meerschaum pipes carved by some of today’s greatest living meerschaum carvers. For this pipe, we enlisted the services of Turkish master Kenan. The closest classical art form to meerschaum carving is sculpture. In this instance, the closest analog in the sculptural arts as classically defined,…
MBSD Meerschaum Masters is our line for special, typically figural, meerschaum pipes carved by some of today’s greatest living meerschaum carvers. For this pipe, we enlisted the services of Turkish master Kenan. I’ve said before that the closest classical art form to meerschaum carving is sculpture. Meerschaum carving is, after all, a form of subtractive…
This pipe was purchased at the KC pipe show back in 2016 or 17. It’s about as ornate as it gets for a bigger meer. The best part, its unsmoked. Details: Length: 7″ / 177.8mm Bowl Width: 0.83 / 21.08mm Bowl Depth: 2.4″ / 60.96mm Weight: 3.5oz / 102g
Ismail was born in 1958 in Eskisehir, the capital of the meerschaum world. He began his first carving lessons in 1970 under the guidance of his brother, Kemal Baglan. Ismail is a proud father of three children and grandfather to three grandchildren. His two daughters have already earned B.Sc degrees, while his son is currently…
This vintage Ismet Bekler came to use through our trade program. The original owner bought this meer back in the 80s from the Tinderbox. While CAO is widely associated with cigars nowadays, it wasn’t long ago that their primary business was importing meerschaum into the United States. It’s safe to say Ismet Bekler and his…
MBSD Meerschaum Masters is our line for special, typically figural, meerschaum pipes carved by some of today’s greatest living meerschaum carvers. For this pipe, we enlisted the services of Turkish master Kenan. The closest classical art form to meerschaum carving is sculpture. In this instance, the closest analog in the sculptural arts as classically defined,…
MBSD Meerschaum Masters is our line for special, typically figural, meerschaum pipes carved by some of today’s greatest living meerschaum carvers. For this pipe, we enlisted the services of Turkish master Kenan. The closest classical art form to meerschaum carving is sculpture. In this instance, the closest analog in the sculptural arts as classically defined,…
MBSD Meerschaum Masters is our line for special, typically figural, meerschaum pipes carved by some of today’s greatest living meerschaum carvers. For this pipe, we enlisted the services of Turkish master Kenan. For about as long as meerschaum pipes have existed, their carvers have been using them as an opportunity to create genuine works of…
MBSD Meerschaum Masters is our line for special, typically figural, meerschaum pipes carved by some of today’s greatest living meerschaum carvers. In this instance, we partnered with the esteemed Turkish master carver Kenan. This Meerschaum Masters pipe also includes our patented Deluxe Briar Mortise system, which features a briar mortise much like a traditional briar…
It would be fair to say that for Ian Walker, the English artisan behind Northern Briars, pipe-making runs in the family. His grandfather, George Walker, was a foreman at the historic Duncan Briars factory, while his father Peter Walker, was a tobacconist and pipe repairman. Ian would end up following in his grandfather’s and his…
While some pipe-makers take inspiration from the natural world, or from the technologies of present and past, few of them in the contemporary seek to represent these forms in their work. Czech artisan Ondrej Bárta of Moonlight pipes does just that, in a way that recalls the intricate, figural carvings of briar pipes from the…
At MBSD we sell a lot of high-grade, high-quality pipes from various iconic makes, but the pipes we’re most proud of are our meerschaums. Right from the beginning, we wanted to offer the best smoking meers on the market, and to do this, we had them made with two distinct features. First, we made sure…
While some pipe-makers take inspiration from the natural world, or from the technologies of present and past, few of them in the contemporary seek to represent these forms in their work. Czech artisan Ondrej Bárta of Moonlight pipes does just that, in a way that recalls the intricate, figural carvings of briar pipes from the…
At MBSD we sell a lot of high-grade, high-quality pipes from various iconic makes, but the pipes we’re most proud of are our meerschaums. Right from the beginning, we wanted to offer the best smoking meers on the market, and to do this, we had them made with two distinct features. First, we made sure…
At MBSD we sell a lot of high-grade, high-quality pipes from various iconic makes, but the pipes we’re most proud of are our meerschaums. Right from the beginning, we wanted to offer the best smoking meers on the market, and to do this, we had them made with two distinct features. First, we made sure…
Astleys was one of London’s most historic pipe and tobacco shops. Like many pipe tobacconists, its owners had pipes made specially to be sold under the shop’s name. Astleys pipes, however, were made by some of the premier pipe manufacturers and artisans in the UK, such as Dunhill, Charatan, Les Wood, and Ken Barnes and…
Beautifully colored antique meers are works of art. The time it takes to color a meer while also keeping it in great condition is difficult. One small issue this pipe has is the golden band has a small split, but doesn’t affect it’s ability to be a great smoker. Details: Length: 6.4″ Bowl Width:…
These beautiful claw egg meerschaum pipes are carved out of meerschaum that was recently mined in Eskisehir Turkey. Eskisehir is the meerschaum capital of the world. Once the meerschaum is mined, they are hand carved. Each claw pipe we have is uniquely different. Once the carving process is finished, the pipes are sent across town…
These beautiful claw egg meerschaum pipes are carved out of meerschaum that was recently mined in Eskisehir Turkey. Eskisehir is the meerschaum capital of the world. Once the meerschaum is mined, they are hand carved. Each claw pipe we have is uniquely different. Once the carving process is finished, the pipes are sent across town…
These beautiful claw egg meerschaum pipes are carved out of meerschaum that was recently mined in Eskisehir Turkey. Eskisehir is the meerschaum capital of the world. Once the meerschaum is mined, they are hand carved. Each claw pipe we have is uniquely different. Once the carving process is finished, the pipes are sent across town…
These beautiful claw egg meerschaum pipes are carved out of meerschaum that was recently mined in Eskisehir Turkey. Eskisehir is the meerschaum capital of the world. Once the meerschaum is mined, they are hand carved. Each claw pipe we have is uniquely different. Once the carving process is finished, the pipes are sent across town…
This particular claw came from the same batch of pipes that AMC purchased to use for the show Mayfair Witches. They aren’t very big but the detail is great and each pipe comes with a fitted case for safe keeping. Details: Length: 5.7″ Bowl Width: 16.4mm Bowl Depth: 1.45″ Weight: 1.0oz / 30g
The gentlemen who originally owned this meer purchased it in Turkey back in the early 80s. He said he thought it looked so cool that he didn’t smoke it. The meerschaum used to carve it is fairly porous as it weighs right at 50g, which also tells me it’ll color quickly. Details: Length: 6.8″…
A kind individual from Pennsylvania contacted us, offering a collection of antique meerschaum pipes amassed over the past few decades. Having run a furniture shop, he used these pipes as decorative pieces throughout his establishment. Among his acquisitions is a striking roaring lion, initially procured in Italy. The pipe boasts remarkable coloring, particularly featuring a…
In the contemporary world of pipes, it is not often that master meerschaum carvers receive the fame and acclaim of master briar carvers, which is a shame. There are exceptions, however, Eyup Sabri being one of them. Rightfully considered to have been one of the best meerschaum carvers to have ever lived, Sabri died in…
We don’t know much about this Devil Head meerschaum. It came to us as part of a collection we received from Finland. The detail is pretty good. If you like pipes on the smaller side, this would be a good candidate. Details: Length: 5.5″ Bowl Width: 16.7mm Bowl Depth: 1.5″ Weight: 1.2oz / 36g
Likely made in the 1970s or 80s, this large Turkish meer has remained unsmoked. Details: Length: 8.5″ Bowl Width: 20.6mm Bowl Depth: 1.7″ Weight: 2.8oz / 79g
Details: Length: 5″ Bowl Width: 18.9mm Bowl Depth: 1.5″ Weight: 1.4oz / 37g
Details: Length: 6.2″ Bowl Width: 19.4mm Bowl Depth: 1″ Weight: 1.4oz / 39g Stem: Vulcanite
While the carver of this meer is unknown, whoever it was has a ton of experience. The detail is pretty amazing! Details: Length: 6.2″ Bowl Width: 20.2mm Bowl Depth: 2.25″ Weight: 84g
This is a classic vintage meer, likely made in the 70s or 80s. It’s a fairly stout pipe, and fits well in the hand. It’s unsmoked, and ready to be enjoyed by it’s new owner. Details: Length: 6.2″ Bowl Width: 20.9mm Bowl Depth: 1.75″ Weight: 70g
Müllenbach & Thewald is a company with an interesting history. They started making pipes in 1830 in Westerwalld Germany. They primarily made clay pipes in the beginning, and then transitioned into briar in the 1860s. Where things get particularly interesting is the Müllenbach & Thewald factory was destroyed by the allies in 1945. By 1947, a…
This is a classic vintage Meer that sat in one of our customers collection for the past few decades. He bought while visiting Turkey and then eventually sold it to us. It’s in unsmoked condition, and ready to be broken in. Details: Length: 6.6″ Bowl Width: 20.9mm Bowl Depth: 2.1″ Weight: 73g
This is a well made, sturdy block meerschaum pipe. It’s been lightly smoked and well taken care of. Details: Length: 6.2″ Bowl Width: 20.0mm Bowl Depth: 2″ Weight: 65g
This is one of several exotic block meerschaum pipes we have in stock. This particular pipe comes with a delrin tenon and fitted case. Details: Length: 6.9″ Bowl Width: 20.6mm Bowl Depth: 1.75″ Weight: 99g
This is a nice vintage block meerschaum pipe. It’s been lightly smoked and in overall good condition. Details: Length: 8″ Bowl Width: 20.0mm Bowl Depth: 2″ Weight: 95g
Included with this stunning wolf meerschaum pipe it this matching ceramic stand for display. Details: Length: 7″ Bowl Width: 20.9mm Bowl Depth: 2.1″ Weight: 111g
I always get excited when I take the mouthpiece of an old meer and find a bone tenon. For one, it helps date the pipe but they also generally make for great pipes. This old meer is finely carved with great proportions. This was no apprentice, but an experienced master carver. Details: Length: 6.2″ Bowl…
One of the things we love about meerschaum pipes is the uniqueness from pipe to pipe. We’ve have the privilege of seeing thousands of meerschaum pipes, but never a Liberty Bell. This unique meer has been well taken care of, and recently restored by Rich at Briarville. Details: Length: 6.8″ Bowl Width: 23.9mm Bowl…
Details: Length: 6.7″ Bowl Width: 21.1mm Bowl Depth: 1.75″ Weight: 51g
Details: Length: 6.5″ Bowl Width: 20.5mm Bowl Depth: 2″ Weight: 76g
Large Pipe Push / Pull Delrin Tenon Fitted Case Details: Length: 5.8″ Bowl Width: 22mm Bowl Depth: 1.8″ Weight: 60g
Details: Length: 6.5″ Bowl Width: 22.9mm Bowl Depth: 1.75″ Weight: 68g
Nice vintage meer with good size. It’s a sitter which is a plus. Push / Pull delrin tenon. Details: Length: 6.3″ Bowl Width: 22.2mm Bowl Depth: 2″ Weight: 101g
At 8mm this should fit most brands
While not the most fancy of meerschaum pipes, it does have great size and pretty cool. It’s been smoked a handful of times. Details: Length: 7″ Bowl Width: 20.7mm Bowl Depth: 1.75″ Weight: 79g
This is a nice vintage meer from when meerschaum was still reasonably priced. You could get a decent size meer for under $120.00. Luckily we were able to pick these pipes up for a decent price, which allows us to sell them for a great price. Details: Length: 6.6″ Bowl Width: 21.5mm Bowl Depth:…
This is a small cigarette holder carved into the form of a lion. The bowl is around 8mm which is ideal for most brands.
We frequently come across Ural block meerschaum pipes in our shop, which is a testament to their prolific production. This particular vintage Ural Sultan Head carved block meerschaum pipe, which we estimate dates back to the 1980s, is relatively small to medium-sized. Despite being lightly smoked, it remains in excellent condition.
We picked this pipe up at the Chicago pipe show. It was part of a larger collection we picked up. overall a nice vintage pipe. Length: 5.9″ Bowl Width: 19.2mm Bowl Depth: 1.75″
This old meer has sat unsmoked for many years. It’s not the biggest of meerschaum pipes, but does have a healthy 20mm bowl. It also has a delrin push / pull tenon. Length: 5′ Bowl With: 20.1mm
At MBSD Meerschaum, we take great pride in presenting our MBSD Meerschaum Masters series. We have meticulously selected each block of meerschaum by hand, with the expertise of Master Carver Sadik Yanik. Sadik is renowned as one of the finest meerschaum carvers in the industry, and he has personally carved and signed each pipe with…
