Early 20th Century Ivory, 14k Gold and Meerschaum Pipes From Big Band Leader Les Brown (Les Brown and His Band of Renown) - Set of 4

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Four unique Meerschaum, ivory and 14K Gold pipes from the estate of Big Band Leader Les Brown, of Les Brown … Read more Four unique Meerschaum, ivory and 14K Gold pipes from the estate of Big Band Leader Les Brown, of Les Brown and his Band of Renown. Each pipe measures approximately 5.5” long - the longest is the black stemmed one at 6”. The pipe bowls range in width from 1” to 1.5” and there is charring evident. Fantastic collection from a Swing Era great.

Les Brown (1913-2001) and his Band of Renown was one of the most enduring orchestras that grew out of the swing era of the 1930's Mr. Brown was one of the last swing bandleaders to remain active as the century drew to a close. He and his band were best known for their classic 1945 recording of ''Sentimental Journey'' with Doris Day, their hit 1946 record ''I've Got My Love to Keep Me Warm'' and for their long association with Bob Hope. Mr. Brown became the musical director of Mr. Hope's radio and television shows in 1947 and later accompanied him on 18 Christmas tours around the world to entertain American troops.

For more than 60 years, the Les Brown orchestra was a frequent attraction, providing dance music at college proms and ballrooms and appearing at the Presidential inauguration galas for Richard M. Nixon and Ronald Reagan. The band also entertained Queen Elizabeth II at a ball arranged by Frank Sinatra. See less