RARE Ca1934 - 1949 MARXMAN HAND - CARVED FISH PIPE, IMPORTED BRIAR, U. S. A. , TOBACCO
Item History & Price
IMPORTED BRIAR WOOD - MADE IN U.S.A. - MARKED WITH THESE WORDS:
" MARXMAN U.S.A." and "HAND CARVED. IMPORTED BRIAR" (NOTE: A FEW OF THOSE LETTERS ARE GONE FROM THE REPLACED BLACK MOUTHPIECE).
The Marxman Pipe Company was created by Robert (Bob) L. Marx in 1934, when he was 29, and after he had worked for the William Demuth Company. His pipes were not outstanding because of the qual...ity of their wood (probably Algerian), but Bob started making unique sculpted pieces, animals and famous people - which brought the brand fame in the World of Hollywood cinema. Actors like Zachery Scott, Dennis Morgan, Jack Carson, Alan Hale, Joel McRae, and Ronald Reagan were some of the faces that appeared on the bowls. Bob Marx knew how to innovate and took full advantage of marketing and press advertising to sell his brand. One of his most successful slogans was "Relax with a Marxman"."Relax with a Marxman Ad, courtesy Doug ValitchkaCourtesy Doug Valitchka1946 Ad, Courtesy Doug ValitchkaA nice example, courtesy Fae Simmons (Tobacco Treasures)Another 1946 Ad, courtesy Doug Valitchka
DIMENSIONS: 6 1/4" LONG X 1 5/8" WIDE X 2" TALL
CONDITION: OVERALL IN FAIR TO GOOD CONDITION. MOST OF THE PIPE IS FINE- JUST DUSTY IN THE FISH GILL CREASES FROM STORAGE - BUT THE "FAIR PART" ARE THE 4 SMALL CHIPS: 3 UP ON THE TOP OF THE FISH GILLS AND ONE ALONG THE BOTTOM RIGHT SIDE BASE EDGE. NO OTHER CHIPS, CRACKS, OR SIGNS OF EARLIER REPAIRS. PLEASE SEE MY PHOTOS FOR DETAILS OF THE GREAT CONDITION.All items are described to the best of my ability. Your questions are welcomed prior to bidding since these sales are final. Please view my other eBay Listings of antiques and collectibles- artwork, pottery, china, crystal and depression glass, toys, furniture, musical instruments books, and numerous STERLING SILVER fine items. Multiple purchases earn you shipping discounts. THANK YOU