Sasieni Four Dot Natural Richmond Bent Dublin Estate Pipe London England For Sale

Sasieni Four Dot Natural Richmond Bent Dublin Estate Pipe London England

Vintage English Sasieni briar smoking pipe from the Four Dot line, featuring the smooth Natural finish. This example is stamped Sasieni FOUR DOT NATURAL, LONDON MADE and RICHMOND.

A handsome bent English pipe with a tall flared Dublin-style bowl, substantial heel, gently rising shank and long curved black stem. The smooth natural finish displays attractive grain throughout the briar, with particularly strong figuring around the bowl and underside.

Sasieni is one of the classic English pipe makers, and its Four Dot pipes have a strong following among collectors of traditional British briars. The Richmond nomenclature, Four Dot designation and Natural finish make this an especially interesting identifiable example.

This pipe came from the estate of a longtime Chicago pipe enthusiast who carefully maintained his smoking collection. It remains unrestored and is being offered as found. The briar shows normal signs of age and use. The stem has substantial oxidation and discoloration and shows significant damage and material loss at the button / bite area. Please examine the photographs carefully for condition.

• Maker: Sasieni
• Line: Four Dot
• Model / Name: Richmond
• Finish: Natural
• Body Type: Bent Dublin
• Country: England
• Marking: London Made
• Material: Briar
• Stem: Black vulcanite
• Length: Approximately 6 inches
• Condition: Estate condition with noted stem oxidation, wear and substantial damage at the button / bite area. Unrestored. As found.

No obvious cracks or major structural damage were observed in the briar. The pipe has not been aggressively cleaned or restored, preserving its original finish, nomenclature and estate character.

Provenance: Recently acquired from the estate of a longtime Chicago pipe collector and enthusiast.