The Il Ceppo - Liscia n. 95 is a true piece of Italian craftsmanship history, dating back to the period before 1995 when Giorgio Imperatori led the brand. Founder of Il Ceppo in 1978, Imperatori, an architect with a deep passion for pipes, brought elegant design and superior quality to his creations, establishing Il Ceppo as a respected name among connoisseurs. This model, with its smooth finish and classic Dublin shape, embodies the refined aesthetic and artisanal mastery that defined pipes produced under Imperatori’s direction. The carefully selected briar and meticulous craftsmanship reflect the commitment to excellence that made Il Ceppo a prestigious brand in the world of Italian artisanal pipes. Owning this pipe means holding not just a smoking instrument but a piece of history—a testament to the era in which Giorgio Imperatori helped set standards of quality and design in the pipe-making world.