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A Very Stylish Walking Stick the Top Carved in Fruitwood and Modelled as a Clenched Fist
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
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A Very Stylish Walking Stick the Top Carved in Fruitwood and Modelled as a Clenched Fist

19th century
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A very smart walking stick. The handle carved in fruitwood and modelled as a clenched fist the shaft is a beautiful rosewood with a white metal band and nice patina. There is a £25 change for postage and packing. International Shipping A shipping quote is available on request

Physical Dimensions
Height
87cm (34.25")
Width
4cm (1.57")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Declaration

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques has dated this Carved Fruitwood Walking Stick to the 1880s.

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SA818094
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Description
A very smart walking stick.
The handle carved in fruitwood and modelled as a clenched fist the shaft is a beautiful rosewood with a white metal band and nice patina.
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques

There is a £25 change for postage and packing. International Shipping A shipping quote is available on request

Height
87cm (34.25")
Width
4cm (1.57")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Date of Manufacture

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques has dated this Carved Fruitwood Walking Stick to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA818094
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 An antique walking stick handle sculpted from warm brown fruitwood in the shape of a clenched fist above an engraved metal collar.

A Very Stylish Walking Stick the Top Carved in Fruitwood and Modelled as a Clenched Fist

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Archive VI An antique walking stick handle sculpted from warm brown fruitwood in the shape of a clenched fist above an engraved metal collar. View VI
Archive VII An antique walking stick handle sculpted from warm brown fruitwood in the shape of a clenched fist above an engraved metal collar. View VII
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An antique walking stick handle sculpted from warm brown fruitwood in the shape of a clenched fist above an engraved metal collar.
A very stylish walking stick the top carved in fruitwood and modelled as a clenched fist
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An antique walking stick handle sculpted from warm brown fruitwood in the shape of a clenched fist above an engraved metal collar.
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During the 18th and 19th centuries, walking sticks transitioned from functional mobility tools to essential fashion accessories for gentlemen. Novelty handles carved into hands, animal heads, or mythical figures became popular expressions of personal taste and craftsmanship.

Carved cane handles were commonly crafted from dense fruitwoods such as apple, pear, or cherry, as well as boxwood, ivory, bone, and silver. These materials allowed fine detail retention while enduring regular handling.

Authentic period canes feature smooth hand-carved details with natural wear on high points, age-related patina on the wood, and historical hallmarks or engraved decoration on metal joining collars.

Antique walking sticks are often displayed vertically in a vintage ceramic or cast-iron umbrella stand, mounted in bespoke wall-mounted racks, or presented inside a glazed curiosity cabinet.

Apply natural beeswax polish to the fruitwood handle periodically to maintain moisture and patina. Metal collars should be buffed gently with a soft cloth, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners that could damage adjacent wood.
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