Sandbanks Antiques has dated this piece to the 19th Century.
Once depressed, the monkey opens his mouth to show a red tongue framed by a row of teeth
The mouth opens by pushing the button on the rear of the neck.
The tongue having original red paint.
In very good condition
Having great patina
Original Bamboo Shaft
Very well carved monkeys head
From UK Private Collection
Length: 96 cm approx
This amusing cane is rare and fascinates children and adults alike.
Sandbanks Antiques has dated this piece to the 19th Century.
Specialising in antique silver, gold boxes, gold coins and objects de vertu. Rare fine-quality imperial chinese porcelain, jades, cloisonné
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A Rare 19th Century Novelty Victorian Automated Monkey Head Bamboo Walking Cane / Stick with Automation Opening Mouth
