Cane - Novelty walking stick - Grotesque handle - Bone, Wood
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Antique European novelty walking stick dating to 1900–1910, with a carved bone grotesque male head handle mounted on a dark wooden shaft with brass fittings.
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An unusual early 20th-century novelty walking stick with a finely carved bone handle modelled as a grotesque male head.
The expressive face is shown grimacing as an insect bites his forehead, creating a humorous and highly characterful composition. The carving is particularly detailed around the face, teeth and insect, with inset dark eyes adding further expression.
The carved bone handle is mounted above a brass collar on a dark polished wooden shaft, terminating in a brass ferrule.
In good antique condition, with natural variation and minor age-related marks to the bone. The wooden shaft shows surface wear and small losses to the finish consistent with age and use, while the brass fittings retain an aged patina.
Seller's Story
A carefully curated collection of antique objects, combining elegant accessories, fine craftsmanship and distinctive design.
An unusual early 20th-century novelty walking stick with a finely carved bone handle modelled as a grotesque male head.
The expressive face is shown grimacing as an insect bites his forehead, creating a humorous and highly characterful composition. The carving is particularly detailed around the face, teeth and insect, with inset dark eyes adding further expression.
The carved bone handle is mounted above a brass collar on a dark polished wooden shaft, terminating in a brass ferrule.
In good antique condition, with natural variation and minor age-related marks to the bone. The wooden shaft shows surface wear and small losses to the finish consistent with age and use, while the brass fittings retain an aged patina.
Seller's Story
A carefully curated collection of antique objects, combining elegant accessories, fine craftsmanship and distinctive design.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Style subtype
Edwardian
Country of origin
Europe
Material
Bone, Wood
Model
Novelty walking stick - Grotesque handle
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
96 cm
Width
0 cm
Depth
0 cm
Estimated period
1900-1910
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