Early 19th century meerschaum pipe with a carved depiction from Napoleon’s defeat in Russi
Early 19th century meerschaum pipe with a carved depiction from Napoleon’s defeat in Russia.Apparently this old pipe has been well smoked, as meerschaum pipe’s change color from white, to yellow, orange, red, then brown as they are used. This particular pipe sold at auction for $9,500 +$1,800 buyers premium. -- source link
#history#antiques#meerschaum#pipes#smoking#napoleon#napoleon bonaparte#napoleonic wars#art#carving#19th century