{"product_id":"pair-of-vintage-novelty-bottle-pipes-wooden-folding-tobacco-pipes-in-bottle-cases","title":"Pair of Vintage Novelty Bottle Pipes Wooden Folding Tobacco Pipes in Bottle Cases","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"368\" data-end=\"479\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAn unusual pair of vintage novelty bottle pipes, each cleverly concealed within the form of a miniature bottle.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"481\" data-end=\"713\"\u003eBoth examples unscrew and assemble to form a functional smoking pipe, with wooden bodies and metal fittings. One is finished in a light figured wood, possibly sycamore or similar hardwood, while the second has a dark stained finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"715\" data-end=\"977\"\u003eThe darker example appears to be the earlier of the two and is hand-inscribed to the cap with the date \u003cstrong data-start=\"818\" data-end=\"826\"\u003e1907\u003c\/strong\u003e together with the initials \u003cstrong data-start=\"854\" data-end=\"862\"\u003e\"FF\"\u003c\/strong\u003e. It has a firmer screw action and feels more substantially made. The lighter example has no visible maker's marks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"979\" data-end=\"1079\"\u003eInteresting novelty smoking accessories that display well whether assembled or in their bottle form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"8rs6hr\" data-start=\"1081\" data-end=\"1101\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1085\" data-end=\"1101\"\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1103\" data-end=\"1206\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"209rtc\" data-start=\"1103\" data-end=\"1159\"\u003eDark bottle: \u003cstrong data-start=\"1118\" data-end=\"1127\"\u003e15 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e tall when assembled as a bottle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"10pec6g\" data-start=\"1160\" data-end=\"1206\"\u003eLight bottle: approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"1190\" data-end=\"1201\"\u003e14.5 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"pfehcl\" data-start=\"1208\" data-end=\"1225\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1212\" data-end=\"1225\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1227\" data-end=\"1607\"\u003eGood vintage condition. Both examples screw together correctly and assemble into smoking pipes. Age-related wear, marks and surface rubbing are present, particularly to the caps and metal fittings. The darker example has a stiffer screw action. Untested for smoking use and offered as collectors' items. Please study the photographs carefully as they form part of the description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1609\" data-end=\"1612\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1614\" data-end=\"1643\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1614\" data-end=\"1643\"\u003eOur Antique Forager Ethos\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1645\" data-end=\"1811\"\u003eWe source antique and vintage pieces for their craftsmanship, character and individuality, selecting only those that stand out and carry a story worthy of passing on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1813\" data-end=\"1886\"\u003eExplore curated inspiration, reference boards and new finds on Pinterest:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1888\" data-end=\"1931\"\u003e\u003ca data-start=\"1888\" data-end=\"1931\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.co.uk\/antiqueforager\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.pinterest.co.uk\/antiqueforager\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1933\" data-end=\"1945\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1933\" data-end=\"1945\"\u003eShipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1947\" data-end=\"2119\"\u003eFree UK postage. Worldwide delivery available — rates vary by destination and weight. Shipping costs are calculated at checkout. Every item is carefully packed and insured.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TheAntiqueForager","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54379986911573,"sku":null,"price":79.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/0068\/7701\/files\/IMG_9358_5a057a28-fee3-458d-aa53-98f6bf5db2f9.jpg?v=1784108556","url":"https:\/\/antiqueforager.com\/products\/pair-of-vintage-novelty-bottle-pipes-wooden-folding-tobacco-pipes-in-bottle-cases","provider":"TheAntiqueForager","version":"1.0","type":"link"}