This is when you appreciate the artistry – this briar ebauchon couldn’t have been formed into any other shape.
ostThe straight grain almost all around the bowl just flows.
Even the inside of the bowl is perfect.
And the shank has been specially carved to make the most of the grain.
The corresponding birdseye grain is visible on the top and base of the bowl and shank.
Typical of Savinelli touch is the almost triangular stem
The traditional Oom Paul, but with a slightly taller bowl than the classic. A stunning touch is the smooth curved rim to the bowl, separated from the sandblasted area by a fine indented line. The smooth top and the smooth ring on the shank give an impression of lightness.