Walking cane
Category
Costume
Date
Unknown
Materials
Bamboo, glass and steel
Measurements
85 mm (H); 965 mm (Length)
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Tyntesfield, North Somerset
NT 25982
Summary
Varnished bamboo walking cane with gilt collar incorporating push button operated grey metal ass's head. Button opens mouth and raises ears, glass eyes, steel ferrule. Stamped 'Brigg, London'. Late 19th century.
Provenance
Purchased from the estate of the late Lord Wraxall with the assistance of the NHMF and donations from members and supporters.