Antique Porcelain Tobacco Pipe Bowl - Hand-Form, Figural & Cobalt Blue This lot features a highly unusual and decorative antique pipe bowl, crafted from porcelain and featuring rich hand-painted details, a distinctive figural form, and metal hardware. Features Product Type: Tobacco Pipe Bowl Attribution: Continental European, possibly German or Bohemian (due to the style and subject matter, c. 19th Century) Period: 19th Century (Approximate) Material: Porcelain body, base silver cap and hardware. Decoration: The main body is cobalt blue with circular reserves featuring detailed hand-painted natural history or hunting scenes (e.g., a fox, game birds). The lower section is modeled as a gilded human hand holding the bowl. The stem collar is painted in red/orange with gold floral details. Hardware: Includes a metal cap with a chain, probably silver, with significant tarnish. The silver band near the handle may have small stampings (visible in photos, possibly silver or pewter marks). Historical Note and Collector’s Value Figural and highly decorative porcelain pipe bowls were very popular in 19th-century Europe, especially in German and Austrian regions, where they were often used for ceremonial or formal smoking. The combination of the hand-painted reserves (often depicting popular hunting or genre scenes) with the three-dimensional figural elements (like the hand) makes this a highly sought-after and collectible piece of tobacciana and decorative art. Shipping The item will be packaged with extreme care and shipped with a tracking number. Ultra Fast Worldwide Shipping (2–5 business days). Important Note: Your country of residence may apply customs, VAT, or import fees — these costs are the buyer’s responsibility. All Photos Available Please examine all high-resolution photos carefully to assess the condition, wear to the gilding, and the details of the hallmarks. Feel free to ask if you have any questions before placing a bid. Good luck & happy bidding!