CANE WITH CARVED WALRUS IVORY HANDLE Handle carved in the form of a polar bear bent over at the waist. Bear with inset wooden eyes....

CANE WITH CARVED WALRUS IVORY HANDLE 19th Century

Handle carved in the form of a polar bear bent over at the waist. Bear with inset wooden eyes. Collar comprised of ebony and walrus ivory bands. Fruitwood shaft fitted with whalebone ferrule. Length 36.25".

Condition: No significant wear or damages noted.

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