A large collection of various clay pipes

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Until late in the 19th century the typical English pipe was the clay. Early Elizabethan clays had a barrel shaped bowl leaning forwards with a flat heel and a 12in. stem. Such pipes were made at Broseley as early as 1575. Manufacturers distinguished their wares by a heel mark. With cheaper tobacco bowl sizes increased. The end of 17th century saw the establishment of the elongated Dutch bowl. Churchwardens were popular in 18th century until the appearance of the briar in the middle of 19th century'. Notes from the Alfred Dunhill Archive Collection (see lot 51)

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A large collection of various clay pipes
Including one modelled as Disraeli and various other elements

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