Walking stick - Shark vertebrae, metal, wood - +/_ 1900
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Antique walking cane made from shark vertebrae with a flexible metal core and an ebony wooden grip, ca. 1880–1920, in good condition, length 85 cm and diameter 2 cm.
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Description from the seller
Rare antique walking cane made from presumed shark vertebrae – maritime curiosity – ca. 1880–1920 (pre-1947).
A special antique walking cane, crafted from real shark vertebrae that have been carefully strung on a flexible metal core. The cane features an ebonized wooden grip with a end cap.
The shaft consists of numerous natural vertebrae with a beautiful ivory- to honey-colored patina. The light flexibility of the shaft is characteristic of this type of construction.
Such canes were produced at the end of the 19th century and the beginning of the 20th century as maritime curiosities and collectibles. Today they are cherished by collectors of natural history objects, maritime antiques, rarities, canes, and Wunderkammer items (cabinet of curiosities).
Condition
The walking stick is in good antique condition.
Complete specimen.
No visible missing vertebrae.
Nice natural patina.
Light signs of use appropriate to age.
The shaft still possesses the characteristic light flexibility.
No visible repairs.
Vertebrae are mounted on a flexible iron rod.
Dimensions:
Length: 85 cm
Diameter: +/- 2 cm
Materials
Shark vertebrae
Flexible metal core
Ebonized wooden grip
Dating: Estimated period ca. 1880–1920.
A remarkable and decorative collectible that elegantly combines natural history, maritime history, and traditional craftsmanship.
Rare antique walking cane made from presumed shark vertebrae – maritime curiosity – ca. 1880–1920 (pre-1947).
A special antique walking cane, crafted from real shark vertebrae that have been carefully strung on a flexible metal core. The cane features an ebonized wooden grip with a end cap.
The shaft consists of numerous natural vertebrae with a beautiful ivory- to honey-colored patina. The light flexibility of the shaft is characteristic of this type of construction.
Such canes were produced at the end of the 19th century and the beginning of the 20th century as maritime curiosities and collectibles. Today they are cherished by collectors of natural history objects, maritime antiques, rarities, canes, and Wunderkammer items (cabinet of curiosities).
Condition
The walking stick is in good antique condition.
Complete specimen.
No visible missing vertebrae.
Nice natural patina.
Light signs of use appropriate to age.
The shaft still possesses the characteristic light flexibility.
No visible repairs.
Vertebrae are mounted on a flexible iron rod.
Dimensions:
Length: 85 cm
Diameter: +/- 2 cm
Materials
Shark vertebrae
Flexible metal core
Ebonized wooden grip
Dating: Estimated period ca. 1880–1920.
A remarkable and decorative collectible that elegantly combines natural history, maritime history, and traditional craftsmanship.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Weight
400 g
Title additional information
+/_ 1900
Material
Shark vertebrae, metal, wood
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
85 cm
Width
2 cm
Depth
1.8 cm
Estimated period
Pinpointing the exact dating is difficult, but these objects date from around 1900 anyway., 1850-1900
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