Ivory handled cane, carved as an erotic figure in the form of a naked female entangled with a writing snake (19th century) (all photos courtesy Chiswick Auctions) Much more than a practical device, ...
2-1/4" tall 2" wide 34-1/2 inches ...
Description The lightweight shaft of this cane is made of bamboo, stained and lacquered to a glossy dark brown. The bottom is covered with a two-tone metal ferrule; the upper silver section is turned.
approx. 35-1/2" long 5-1/4" long ...