Lot 5367 ♣ - ibid150 Collection of Walking Sticks/Canes from the Estate of Dr Ernst Boehlen - Tuesday, 01. April 2025, 9.30 AM
WALKING STICK WITH “PIQUÉ” DECORATION
England, mid-18th century.
Ivory grip with silver “piqué” inlays, decorated with a tendril frieze and dots, with a stylized blossom at the top. Pierced grip with an eyelet for a leather strap. Silver band. Wooden shaft. 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.
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Conditionreport:
- grip with cracks and losses <br>- silver band slightly tarnished<br>- shaft with signs of use and scratches<br>- metal tip with dents CHF 1 000 / 1 500 | (€ 1 030 / 1 550)
Sold for CHF 938 (including buyer's premium)