{"product_id":"vintage-french-l-fiolet-je-suis-le-beau-jacob-clay-pipe-circa-19th-century","title":"Vintage French L. Fiolet \"Je Suis Le Beau Jacob\" Clay Pipe – Circa 19th Century","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eA magnificent piece of pipe-smoking history, this antique clay pipe was crafted by the renowned \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"96\"\u003eL. Fiolet\u003c\/b\u003e manufacture in Saint-Omer, France. A direct and fierce competitor to Gambier, Fiolet produced some of the finest clay pipes of the 19th and early 20th centuries, celebrated for their exceptionally pure white clay and exquisite craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eWhile the Jacob design was one of the most celebrated and widely produced shapes of the 19th century, finding an un-dug, well-preserved example by L. Fiolet with its original factory enameling (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"218\"\u003eDecore\u003c\/i\u003e) so sharply intact is becoming increasingly difficult. Most examples found today have lost their colors or suffered heavy damage, making this clean, lightly smoked piece a standout addition to any collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eThis particular piece features the iconic, intricately detailed bearded \"Jacob\" character wearing a turban. In a fascinating marketing move against rival makers, this model features the rare and desirable stamping: \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"215\"\u003e\"Je suis le beau Jacob\"\u003c\/b\u003e (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"240\"\u003e\"I am the beautiful Jacob\"\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eAn exceptional find for collectors of historical ephemera and antique tobacciana.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eProduct Specifications \u0026amp; Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/b\u003e L. Fiolet (Saint-Omer, France)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/b\u003e Jacob #795\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Refined White Clay featuring hand-applied, kiln-fired \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"64\"\u003eenamel highlights\u003c\/b\u003e on the turban and facial features.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Estate – Very Lightly Smoked. The \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"45\"\u003ecolored enameling\u003c\/b\u003e on the turban and the black detail on the eyes remain remarkably intact and vibrant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eAuthentic Stampings \u0026amp; Nomenclature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTurban:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"8\"\u003e\"JE SUIS LE BEAU JACOB\"\u003c\/i\u003e (Crisp and deeply impressed)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCollar (Top Left):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"19\"\u003e\"LF\"\u003c\/i\u003e stamp (Louis Fiolet makers mark)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCollar (Sides):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"16\"\u003e\"JACOB\"\u003c\/i\u003e on both sides\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCollar (Top Right):\u003c\/b\u003e Shape number \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"33\"\u003e\"795\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eMeasurements \u0026amp; Weight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOverall Length:\u003c\/b\u003e 18.5 cm \/ 7.28\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBowl Height:\u003c\/b\u003e 5.0 cm \/ 1.96\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eChamber Inside Diameter:\u003c\/b\u003e 2.0 cm \/ 0.78\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 34 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/b\u003e This listing is for the antique clay pipe only. Any stands, props, or photographic accessories shown in the images are for demonstration purposes and are not included in the sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHave questions about this piece, its provenance, or shipping? Please feel free to contact us at any time. We are always happy to assist fellow collectors.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"L. Fiolet","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48806557679835,"sku":null,"price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/7178\/8507\/files\/IMG_20260511_123125.jpg?v=1779714844","url":"https:\/\/sweetestbriar.com\/products\/vintage-french-l-fiolet-je-suis-le-beau-jacob-clay-pipe-circa-19th-century","provider":"SWEETEST BRIAR","version":"1.0","type":"link"}