Lot 5303 ♣ - ibid150 Collection of Walking Sticks/Canes from the Estate of Dr Ernst Boehlen - Tuesday, 01. April 2025, 9.30 AM
WALKING STICK WITH DOUBLE SPIKE
Colonial, probably India, 19th century.
Turned wooden grip, right-handed hilt, inlaid with ivory in the shape of four-leaf clovers. Horizontal grip part with bayonet lock opening onto two iron spikes. Baluster-shaped band and shaft inlaid with ivory in the shape of leaf spirals and fine fillets. Metal tip.
L 90 cm.
Provenance:
- Collection of Dr. E. Boehlen, Berne, acquired from the above dealer.
Due to the use of protected materials, this object cannot be exported from Switzerland.
For the exportation of this item a CITES license is required. Prospective buyers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country. For further information please contact the department.
Conditionreport:
- small chips and losses to the ivory inlays<br>- ivory fillets are coming loose in places<br>- possibly converted to a weapon at a later date<br>- minor repairs to the shaft CHF 500 / 800 | (€ 520 / 820)
Sold for CHF 400 (including buyer's premium)