Cane

19th Century English Folk Art Gentleman's Cane  

A rare and quite special example of a 19th Century folk art English gentleman's walking cane with a hidden surprise. Made from a single piece of ebonised cane, with metal tip. The shaft is quite special and rare as it's made from African originated natural horn material which has been carved into a jester's head. This example would have been carried by a very well to do gentleman in the mid-19th century, not only used for style when walking, but also for protections from thieves and muggers down dark alleyways and around London. The cane comes apart in 2 pieces as shown and is in wonderful condition considering its age and obvious use.

Dimensions in inches: H 32” x W 1.25” x D 1.5”

Age: Mid-19th Century

Origin: English

Condition: Aged

Aged wear and tear across all the surfaces due to obvious use over the years. Areas of worn surface include loss of detail on the hand carved shaft section, a light split to the metal tip. This item is close to 150 years old so please expect natural and small imperfections as shown. With a lovely natural deep patina across all surfaces.  Natural aged wooden cracks across the surfaces, Firm in form and in one piece.

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For multiple years we have sold antique items globally, please expect our items to show relevant age and natural wear, Items only restored due to breaks and major loss, and we always stipulate this in our condition report.