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Lot 5312 ♣ - ibid150 Collection of Walking Sticks/Canes from the Estate of Dr Ernst Boehlen - Tuesday, 01. April 2025, 9.30 AM

GADGET WALKING STICK / CONDUCTING STAFF

England, ca. 1870/80.
Baluster-shaped ebony grip, can be extended as a conductor's baton with ivory tip and end-piece. Ebony shaft, lacquered black. Metal tip.
L 87.5 cm.

Provenance:
- Michael C. German, London, February 1, 1978.
- 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:
- minor cracks in the ivory<br>- shaft with losses to the lacquer and signs of use

CHF 300 / 500 | (€ 310 / 520)

Sold for CHF 313 (including buyer's premium)