Pipe
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
Ferdinand D'Esopo
(born 1883)
Datelate 19th-mid 20th century
MediumPlastic, wood, processed corn cob
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width): 1 3/4 x 5 3/4in. (4.4 x 14.6cm)
ClassificationsEquipment
Credit LineGift of Gennaro J. Capobianco
DescriptionA traditional Washington, Missouri corn cob pipe. Straight, translucent, amber colored bit with residue remaining on the inside. Decorated wooden or corn cob connector piece. Circular corn cob pipe piece, charred on the inside. At bottom, a circular, brown and yellow company sticker, printed across, "MISSOURI / MEERSCHAUM / MISSOURI MERSCHAUM CO. / MADE IN U.S.A.".
Object number2005.180.56
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Samuel Augustus Mitchell
1835
Samuel Augustus Mitchell
1834
