VITO CARLINO CALABRIA - Pipe - Briar
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Description from the seller
DATING AND EVALUATION CERTIFICATE
ROBIMB TRADE PIPES INTERNATIONAL
Brand / Pipemaker:
Vito Carlino
Manufacturing:
Carlino Family
Place of production:
Italy – traditional area of Erica arborea burl
HISTORICAL NOTES
The Carlino family represents one of the most authentic and deeply rooted realities in the processing of Erica arborea burl, with a tradition passed down for over four generations.
Historically specialized in the production of pipe subassemblies, the family has supplied for decades both industrial manufacturers and artisans, standing out for the quality of the raw material and for expertise in burl seasoning.
While maintaining traditional techniques, the company has evolved its production by introducing:
- finished artisanal pipes
- predrilled cores and blanks
- subassemblies for new artisans
This contributed to the birth of numerous emerging pipemakers at an international level.
The tradition is represented by:
Vito Carlino (father) and Carlo Carlino (son), custodians and developers of the family business.
MATERIAL AND BURL
Material: Seasoned Erica arborea burl (CALABRIA)
Characteristics of the burl used:
- long natural aging
- high density and heat resistance
- excellent smoking yield
- radial flame figure (sunburst) of strong aesthetic impact
The burl quality is above average, a determinant element in the piece’s value
DESCRIPTION OF THE MODEL
Type:
Freehand artistic
Workmanship:
Handmade
Distinctive features:
- organic sculptural shape
- lateral through-hole (rare artistic element)
- massive, perfectly balanced bowl
- natural flaming enhanced by professional polishing
- unique piece, not serial
The pipe is configured as a true artisanal work, typical of the Italian freehand school of the 1980s–1990s.
MOUTHPIECE
Material: Ebonite / acrylic
Workmanship: artisanal
Condition: excellent, well preserved and proportioned
CONDITIONS
Status: 9/10 – Reconditioned to near new
inner chamber clean and sound
top edge intact
no cracks or burns
finishing properly restored
The pipe presents excellent conditions, ready to use or for collection.
ESTIMATED DATING
Period: 1980 – 1995
Attribution based on:
- freehand style
- workmanship technique
- burl characteristics and finish
Category: Italian artisanal pipe
Level: Medium-high / high
Rarity: Uncommon
Interest: High for freehand collectors
Certified value: €250
Assessment determined considering:
quality of burl
artistic workmanship
uniqueness of the piece
condition near new
demand in the international collectibles market
Notable piece combining:
- historic Italian family tradition
- high-quality burl
- authentic freehand workmanship
- strong visual impact
DATING AND EVALUATION CERTIFICATE
ROBIMB TRADE PIPES INTERNATIONAL
Brand / Pipemaker:
Vito Carlino
Manufacturing:
Carlino Family
Place of production:
Italy – traditional area of Erica arborea burl
HISTORICAL NOTES
The Carlino family represents one of the most authentic and deeply rooted realities in the processing of Erica arborea burl, with a tradition passed down for over four generations.
Historically specialized in the production of pipe subassemblies, the family has supplied for decades both industrial manufacturers and artisans, standing out for the quality of the raw material and for expertise in burl seasoning.
While maintaining traditional techniques, the company has evolved its production by introducing:
- finished artisanal pipes
- predrilled cores and blanks
- subassemblies for new artisans
This contributed to the birth of numerous emerging pipemakers at an international level.
The tradition is represented by:
Vito Carlino (father) and Carlo Carlino (son), custodians and developers of the family business.
MATERIAL AND BURL
Material: Seasoned Erica arborea burl (CALABRIA)
Characteristics of the burl used:
- long natural aging
- high density and heat resistance
- excellent smoking yield
- radial flame figure (sunburst) of strong aesthetic impact
The burl quality is above average, a determinant element in the piece’s value
DESCRIPTION OF THE MODEL
Type:
Freehand artistic
Workmanship:
Handmade
Distinctive features:
- organic sculptural shape
- lateral through-hole (rare artistic element)
- massive, perfectly balanced bowl
- natural flaming enhanced by professional polishing
- unique piece, not serial
The pipe is configured as a true artisanal work, typical of the Italian freehand school of the 1980s–1990s.
MOUTHPIECE
Material: Ebonite / acrylic
Workmanship: artisanal
Condition: excellent, well preserved and proportioned
CONDITIONS
Status: 9/10 – Reconditioned to near new
inner chamber clean and sound
top edge intact
no cracks or burns
finishing properly restored
The pipe presents excellent conditions, ready to use or for collection.
ESTIMATED DATING
Period: 1980 – 1995
Attribution based on:
- freehand style
- workmanship technique
- burl characteristics and finish
Category: Italian artisanal pipe
Level: Medium-high / high
Rarity: Uncommon
Interest: High for freehand collectors
Certified value: €250
Assessment determined considering:
quality of burl
artistic workmanship
uniqueness of the piece
condition near new
demand in the international collectibles market
Notable piece combining:
- historic Italian family tradition
- high-quality burl
- authentic freehand workmanship
- strong visual impact
Details
Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Manufacturer/brand
VITO CARLINO CALABRIA
Material
Briar
Country of origin
Italy
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
In working order
Yes
Period
1980-1990
