Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
Civil War Carved Burl Pipe Bowl, c. 1861-65, wooden bowl carved in the shape of a bearded head, with a Federal shield on the top and bottom of the neck, and a sword on each side, ht. 2 1/4, lg. 3 1/4 in.
Estimate $300-500
Stem is a solid replacement, possibly missing a wooden cap that might have gone on top of his head.
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