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Antique 18thc / 19thc Baleen "Hoof" Pipe Tamper. English C1790 - 1820.
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Antique 18thc / 19thc Baleen "Hoof" Pipe Tamper. English C1790 - 1820.

18th century
Sold 26 April 2025 · Mark Seabrook Antiques
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An unusual late 18thc / early 19thc sailor's pipe tamper...the centre part being made from baleen (the filtering part of the inside of a baleen whale's mouth) and the horse's hoof complete with white metal tacks, being made of carved coquilla nut....it is finished off with white metal mounts....in excellent condition.

English. C1780-C1820.

Physical Dimensions
Height
7.6cm (2.99")
Width
1.3cm (0.51")
Depth
1.3cm (0.51")
Declaration

Mark Seabrook Antiques has dated this Antique Pipe Tamper to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1097586
Dealers Internal Reference
MS 8 132
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An unusual late 18thc / early 19thc sailor's pipe tamper...
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the centre part being made from baleen (the filtering part of the inside of a baleen whale's mouth) and the horse's hoof complete with white metal tacks, being made of carved coquilla nut.
Mark Seabrook Antiques

...it is finished off with white metal mounts....in excellent condition.

English. C1780-C1820.

Height
7.6cm (2.99")
Width
1.3cm (0.51")
Depth
1.3cm (0.51")
Date of Manufacture

Mark Seabrook Antiques has dated this Antique Pipe Tamper to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1097586
Dealers Internal Ref
MS 8 132
Mark Seabrook Antiques
Mark Seabrook Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2020

Specialising in 17/18thc oak & country furniture, antique treen, early metalware & english pottery.

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An antique twisted baleen pipe tamper with silver mounts and a hoof-shaped terminal. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An antique twisted baleen pipe tamper with silver mounts and a hoof-shaped terminal. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique 18thc / 19thc Baleen "Hoof" Pipe Tamper. English C1790 - 1820.

Archive II An antique twisted baleen pipe tamper with silver mounts and a hoof-shaped terminal. View II
Archive III An antique twisted baleen pipe tamper with silver mounts and a hoof-shaped terminal. View III
Archive IV An antique twisted baleen pipe tamper with silver mounts and a hoof-shaped terminal. View IV
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Mark Seabrook Antiques

Mark Seabrook Antiques
Telephone 07770 721931
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Bedfordshire
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Apr 2020
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An antique twisted baleen pipe tamper with silver mounts and a hoof-shaped terminal.
Antique 18thc / 19thc Baleen "Hoof" Pipe Tamper. English C1790 - 1820.
Ref: SA1097586
An antique twisted baleen pipe tamper with silver mounts and a hoof-shaped terminal.
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  • ObjectSmoking Accessories
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialBaleen, Silver, Metal
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsTwisted shaft, Hoof terminal, Metal mounts
  • SizeH 7.6 cm (3 in) x W 1.3 cm (1 in) x D 1.3 cm (1 in)

FAQs

A pipe tamper is a small handheld tool used by pipe smokers to pack tobacco down evenly into the bowl before and during smoking. Historically, these instruments were crafted from various materials including metal, bone, wood, and baleen, often reflecting the personal taste or social status of the owner.

Traditional pipe tampers from the 18th and 19th centuries were frequently fabricated using organic materials such as whalebone, baleen, ivory, bone, and hardwoods, often capped or mounted with brass, silver, or pewter components for added durability and weight.

Authentic baleen exhibits distinct fibrous grain structures, natural dark brown to black tones, and a specific tactile quality that modern plastics cannot replicate. Examination under magnification often reveals age-related micro-cracking, natural wear patterns, and period-correct metal fittings.

Small antique curiosities like pipe tampers look most effective when displayed as part of a curated vignette on a bookshelf, within a glass tabletop cabinet, or resting on a desk surface alongside other historical objects.

Organic materials such as baleen and bone should be kept away from direct sunlight, extreme temperature fluctuations, and high humidity to prevent warping and drying. Cleaning should be limited to gentle dusting with a soft, dry brush, avoiding all chemical polishes or water immersion.
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