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Early 20th Century Asian Black Lacquered Sword Stick.
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Early 20th Century Asian Black Lacquered Sword Stick.

1900 - 1920
Sold 16 December 2025 · AJD Antiques
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Description

Definitely originating in Asia and most likely Japanese, this substantial black lacquered sword stick has a serpent carved on the haft, a pineapple like plant on the handle, a face on the grip, a brass collar with a release button and ends in a small brass ferrule.

The blade is also a hefty piece of steel seemingly confirming its Japanese origins.

The haft has a slight bow and some of the lacquer is chipped and worn away, but generally the stick is in good original condition.

Size:

Length - 37.5" (95.5cm)

Blade Length - 18.5" (47cm)

Handle - 5" (13cm)

Physical Dimensions
Height
96cm (37.80")
Width
13cm (5.12")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Declaration

AJD Antiques has dated this Antique Black Lacquered Sword Stick to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1132082
Dealers Internal Reference
40035
Description
Definitely originating in Asia and most likely Japanese, this substantial black lacquered sword stick has a serpent carved on the haft, a pineapple like plant on the handle, a face on the grip, a brass collar with a release button and ends in a small brass ferrule.
fig 1. An early 20th-century black lacquered sword stick displayed with the carved wooden scabbard separate from the handle and steel blade.
fig 1. Early 20th Century Asian Black Lacquered Sword Stick.

The blade is also a hefty piece of steel seemingly confirming its Japanese origins.

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The haft has a slight bow and some of the lacquer is chipped and worn away, but generally the stick is in good original condition.
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Size:

Length - 37.5" (95.5cm)

Blade Length - 18.5" (47cm)

Handle - 5" (13cm)

Height
96cm (37.80")
Width
13cm (5.12")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Date of Manufacture

AJD Antiques has dated this Antique Black Lacquered Sword Stick to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1132082
Dealers Internal Ref
40035
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Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2010

Founder of ajd antiques, jonathan dyas has a life-long passion for sourcing and returning to the market an eclectic range of antiques.

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An early 20th-century black lacquered sword stick displayed with the carved wooden scabbard separate from the handle and steel blade.
Early 20th Century Asian Black Lacquered Sword Stick.
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An early 20th-century black lacquered sword stick displayed with the carved wooden scabbard separate from the handle and steel blade.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectWalking Sticks & Canes
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleAsian Traditional
  • MaterialWood, Steel, Brass
  • ColourBlack
  • MotifsCarved floral motifs, Curved handle, Brass collar fittings
  • SizeH 96 cm (38 in) x W 13 cm (5 in) x D 3 cm (1 in)

FAQs

Sword sticks, or cane swords, gained popularity in the 18th and 19th centuries as discreet self-defence tools for gentlemen walking through urban areas before the widespread availability of modern policing.

They typically feature a wooden shaft and handleoften crafted from hardwoods like oak, ebony, or bamboohoused alongside a forged steel blade, frequently secured with brass or metal collars.

Authenticity is determined by examining the hand-forged characteristics of the steel blade, the wear patterns on the wooden scabbard, traditional joinery methods, and period-appropriate metallurgy or lacquer techniques.

Displaying historical weaponry securely in a specialised shadow box, on dedicated wall mounts, or within a glass-fronted cabinet helps preserve the item while adding a sophisticated historical focal point to a study or library.

Preservation requires storing the item in a stable environment with controlled humidity to prevent wood warping and metal oxidation, applying microcrystalline wax to wooden surfaces, and keeping the steel blade lightly oiled.
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