Pipe of Jean-Paul Sartre

Pipe of Jean-Paul Sartre
 
This pipe, attributed to Jean-Paul Sartre, is a rare artifact of intellectual heritage. Crafted by Chacom in Saint-Claude, France, it belongs to the Montbrillant 169 series—an emblem of French artisanal tradition and mid-20th-century philosophical culture. Made of briarwood with a brass ring and acrylic mouthpiece, it reflects Sartre’s preference for simplicity and balance.
Sartre (1905–1980), towering figure of existentialism, considered his pipe a companion in reflection. Whether seated in Parisian cafés or immersed in writing, it was present during the gestation of works that shaped modern thought. This object, preserved with its original patina and accompanied by verified documentation, offers a direct link to his contemplative world.
This pipe is more than a personal item—it is a witness to the rhythm of philosophical creation. I imagine it resting beside manuscripts and correspondence, its presence woven into the cadence of thought. To possess it is to inherit a fragment of Sartre’s intellectual solitude, a relic of the quiet fire that animated his work.
Presented in a bespoke leather case with an an exclusive illustrated booklet celebrating Sartre’s life and legacy, detailing the connection between the philosopher and this extraordinary item. A singular opportunity for collectors of cultural legacy and philosophical memory.
 
Doktor Lazarus Archaeologist, Historian, Collector, Independent Curator