English Victorian Ivory mounted walking stick cane, 19th Century

with elephant ivory handle (Elephas maximus Linnaeus, 1758 or Loxodonta africana Blumenbach, 1797) depicting a lion carved in the round in a heraldic position holding a shield.
The lion is a symbol of strength and nobility, often associated with coats of arms and traditionally representing courage and royalty. The ivory has been carefully carved to include intricate details, such as leaves and decorative motifs that add depth to the object.
The shaft is made of ebony (Diospyros spp), a type of wood highly valued for its strength and deep dark color, which elegantly contrasts with the ivory handle and ivory tip.

This type of cane was often a symbol of status and prestige, used by people of high rank. The craftsmanship and materials suggest that it may date back to the 19th century, a time when these materials were widely used for luxury items and collectibles.

Height: 87.5 cm. Handle width: 8.5 cm. Cane diameter: 19 mm. Weight: 280 g.

This lot, accompanied by a CITES certificate and expertise issued by Ce.S.Ar Centro studi archeometici, is only available for sale with shipments within the European Union.