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[[File:IMG 2836.jpg|thumb|A 2023 Kharinotov 'Pot' with a mammoth ivory bowl cap.|alt=|left]]One of the most distinctive aspects of Kharinotov's current work is his use of texture. In contrast to traditional ways of incorporating texture into a pipe, such as rustication or sandblasting, Kharitonov's pipes often feature striking, tactile patterns carved into the briar, while still retaining a smooth finish. As for the finish itself, Kharitonov pipes can often be identified by their idiosyncratic contrast staining, which favors hues of walnut, copper, and plum. | [[File:IMG 2836.jpg|thumb|A 2023 Kharinotov 'Pot' with a mammoth ivory bowl cap.|alt=|left]]One of the most distinctive aspects of Kharinotov's current work is his use of texture. In contrast to traditional ways of incorporating texture into a pipe, such as rustication or sandblasting, Kharitonov's pipes often feature striking, tactile patterns carved into the briar, while still retaining a smooth finish. As for the finish itself, Kharitonov pipes can often be identified by their idiosyncratic contrast staining, which favors hues of walnut, copper, and plum. | ||
In addition to his online presence on Facebook and Instagram, Kharitonov is a regular poster on forums such as Pipe Smokers' Den, where he can be found presenting his latest creations and discussing the design and production processes behind his work. | |||
== Gallery == | == Gallery == |
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