Lot 5346 - ibid150 Collection of Walking Sticks/Canes from the Estate of Dr Ernst Boehlen - Tuesday, 01. April 2025, 9.30 AM
GADGET WALKING STICK WITH A NUTMEG GRATER
England, 19th century.
Silver knob decorated with village scenes and allegories of music and poetry. In the center, a hinge and latch opening onto a nutmeg grater attached to a coin, a space for nutmeg, and a shaker. The top of the grip is punched and engraved with the symbol of an outstretched arm holding a sword. Ebony shaft. Metal tip.
L 94 cm.
Provenance:
- Collection of Dr. E. Boehlen, Berne, acquired from the above dealer.
Literature:
Catherine Dike: Les Cannes à Système. Paris 1982, p. 15, No. 2/25.
Conditionreport:
- silver with dents and scratches<br>- wood with scratches and scuffs<br>- tip with dents and signs of wear CHF 500 / 800 | (€ 520 / 820)
Sold for CHF 500 (including buyer's premium)