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Carved Ebonised Walking Cane Belonging to Thomas Longmire, Champion English Wrestler
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Carved Ebonised Walking Cane Belonging to Thomas Longmire, Champion English Wrestler

19th century
Sold 9 October 2024 · Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge
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Here we have a rare item in the form of a walking cane belonging to Thomas Longmire, Champion Wrestler Of England (1823-1899) - A heavily carved cane which belonged to Longmire with elephant mask handle, silver collar inscribed 'Thomas Longmire, Morecambe', hallmarked for Birmingham 1891 and Hilliard & Thomason, ivory tusks and tip, together with related ephemera to include a book 'Reminiscences in the Life of Thomas Longmire' and a photograph of his grave at Troutbeck Non transferable standard ivory exemption declaration number YU9G5YGM.

Free UK postage and packaging is included in the price of this item, please contact us for a foreign shipping quote.

Date of Manufacture

Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge has dated this Carved Ebonised Walking Cane to the 1890s.

Physical Dimensions
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90cm (35.43")
Reference Numbers
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SA1095510
Dealers Internal Reference
7725
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Here we have a rare item in the form of a walking cane belonging to Thomas Longmire, Champion Wrestler Of England (1823-1899) - A heavily carved cane which belonged to Longmire with elephant mask handle, silver collar inscribed 'Thomas Longmire, Morecambe', hallmarked for Birmingham 1891 and Hilliard & Thomason, ivory tusks and tip, together with related ephemera to include a book 'Reminiscences in the Life of Thomas Longmire' and a photograph of his grave at Troutbeck Non transferable standard ivory exemption declaration number YU9G5YGM.
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Free UK postage and packaging is included in the price of this item, please contact us for a foreign shipping quote.
Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge
Date of Manufacture

Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge has dated this Carved Ebonised Walking Cane to the 1890s.

Height
90cm (35.43")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1095510
Dealers Internal Ref
7725
Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge
Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2021
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Archive I An upright carved ebonised walking cane featuring an ornate animal head handle and a silver-tone metal collar. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Carved Ebonised Walking Cane Belonging to Thomas Longmire, Champion English Wrestler

Archive II An upright carved ebonised walking cane featuring an ornate animal head handle and a silver-tone metal collar. View II
Archive III An upright carved ebonised walking cane featuring an ornate animal head handle and a silver-tone metal collar. View III
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Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge

Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge
Telephone 01422 843189 or 07917 652471
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26 Market Street
Hebden Bridge
West Yorkshire
HX7 6AA
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/terrierantiques
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Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge
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An upright carved ebonised walking cane featuring an ornate animal head handle and a silver-tone metal collar.
Carved Ebonised Walking Cane Belonging To Thomas Longmire, Champion English Wrestler
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An upright carved ebonised walking cane featuring an ornate animal head handle and a silver-tone metal collar.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectWalking Sticks & Canes
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialWood, Metal, Horn
  • ColourBlack
  • MotifsAnimal head handle, Carved geometric shaft, Metal collar
  • SizeH 90 cm (35 in)

FAQs

Walking sticks evolved from functional tools used for walking and defence into essential fashion accessories for gentlemen during the 18th and 19th centuries, often reflecting the social status, profession, or personal achievements of the owner.

Traditional canes were crafted from dense woods such as ebony, malacca, and fruitwoods, frequently featuring carved handles made from horn, bone, ivory, or precious metals, connected by a metal collar or ferrule.

Authenticity is determined by examining the natural wear on the base tip, the patina of the wood, the hand-carved detailing, and the historical hallmarks or metal composition of collars and mounts.

Antique canes can be displayed upright in a traditional umbrella stand in an entrance hall or mounted horizontally on a wall using specialized brackets to highlight their craftsmanship as sculptural art.

Preservation requires keeping wooden canes away from direct sunlight and extreme temperature fluctuations, applying microcrystalline wax occasionally to protect the ebonised finish, and avoiding harsh chemical cleaners.
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