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A Delightful and Amusing Antique Folk Art Swagger/pointer Stick
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A Delightful and Amusing Antique Folk Art Swagger/pointer Stick

19th century
Description

A delightful and amusing antique folk art swagger/pointer stick, with a well carved caricature head of a comical man. It has a wonderful patina.There is a £15 charge for postage and packing International Shipping. A shipping quote is available on request

Physical Dimensions
Height
47cm (18.50")
Width
5cm (1.97")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Declaration

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques has dated this Carved Folk Art Pointer Stick to the 19th Century.

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SA1053287
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Description
A delightful and amusing antique folk art swagger/pointer stick, with a well carved caricature head of a comical man. It has a wonderful patina.
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There is a £15 charge for postage and packing International Shipping.
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques

A shipping quote is available on request

Height
47cm (18.50")
Width
5cm (1.97")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Date of Manufacture

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques has dated this Carved Folk Art Pointer Stick to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1053287
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2019

Oriental art,fine period ivories bronzes,ceramics unusual silver objects and tribal art.

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Archive I A close-up view of a warm brown hand-carved wooden stick top depicting a detailed caricature face with prominent facial features.

A Delightful and Amusing Antique Folk Art Swagger/pointer Stick

Archive II A close-up view of a warm brown hand-carved wooden stick top depicting a detailed caricature face with prominent facial features. View II
Archive III A close-up view of a warm brown hand-carved wooden stick top depicting a detailed caricature face with prominent facial features. View III
Archive IV A close-up view of a warm brown hand-carved wooden stick top depicting a detailed caricature face with prominent facial features. View IV
Archive V A close-up view of a warm brown hand-carved wooden stick top depicting a detailed caricature face with prominent facial features. View V
Archive VI A close-up view of a warm brown hand-carved wooden stick top depicting a detailed caricature face with prominent facial features. View VI
Archive VII A close-up view of a warm brown hand-carved wooden stick top depicting a detailed caricature face with prominent facial features. View VII
Archive VIII A close-up view of a warm brown hand-carved wooden stick top depicting a detailed caricature face with prominent facial features. View VIII
Archive IX A close-up view of a warm brown hand-carved wooden stick top depicting a detailed caricature face with prominent facial features. View IX
Archive X A close-up view of a warm brown hand-carved wooden stick top depicting a detailed caricature face with prominent facial features. View X
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Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
Telephone 07956 448876
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London
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/gerardrobinsonfineartanda
Verified Since Jun 2019
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Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
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A close-up view of a warm brown hand-carved wooden stick top depicting a detailed caricature face with prominent facial features.
A delightful and amusing antique folk art swagger/pointer stick
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A close-up view of a warm brown hand-carved wooden stick top depicting a detailed caricature face with prominent facial features.
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  • ObjectWalking Sticks & Canes
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFolk Art
  • MaterialCarved Wood
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsCarved caricature face, Grotesque facial features, Textured wood grain, Hand-carved handle
  • SizeH 47 cm (19 in) x W 5 cm (2 in) x D 6 cm (2 in)

This 19th-century folk art swagger and pointer stick is made from carved wood with a warm brown finish and a rich patina that shows visible texture in the wood grain. The handle features a detailed hand-carved caricature of a comical man, displaying exaggerated grotesque facial features including a prominent nose, deep-set eyes, and textured hair sweeping back over a bald crown. The shaft extends downward with a rustic, irregular contour typical of nineteenth-century vernacular pieces. Measuring 47 cm high, 5 cm wide and 6 cm deep, this small decorative walking cane fits neatly on a bookshelf or display shelf in a gentleman's library or study. Displayed as a standalone object of curiosity, this carved wooden stick brings character to a collector's shelf, a reading nook or a traditional desktop display. The natural wood tones and humorous facial expression offer an engaging talking point when integrated into an interior setting dedicated to antique curiosities. Its compact proportions allow for versatile placement among books, manuscripts or desk accessories, adding a touch of traditional craftsmanship and historical interest to everyday interior styling.

FAQs

Folk art swagger and pointer sticks are hand-crafted wooden batons or canes often featuring figurative or grotesque hand-carved handles, historically carried by officers, lecturers, or kept as personal decorative accessories.

These items were predominantly carved from dense hardwoods such as oak, fruitwood, or hazel, utilizing natural timber grain and knots to accentuate expressive figures or caricatures.

Authentic pieces feature individual hand-tool marks, natural patina from age and handling, and organic wear across high-relief areas rather than uniform machine moulding.

They can be displayed horizontally on a bookshelf or mantelpiece, mounted securely on a wall rack, or grouped inside a brass or ceramic umbrella stand in an entryway.

Dust regularly with a soft, dry cloth and apply a clear natural beeswax polish sparingly to protect the timber grain while avoiding water or harsh chemical solutions.
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