Victorian Ivory-Handled Walking Stick with Carved Animal Head

England, circa 1870–1900

A rare and finely carved Victorian walking stick featuring a sculptural ivory animal head handle, most likely a hound. The carving is of high quality, with strong modelling and inset glass eyes, and displays a rich, natural patina consistent with age.

The ivory handle is mounted on a well-balanced hardwood shaft and finished with its original brass ferrule. Elegant, tactile, and full of character, this is a piece that sits comfortably within a serious collection, while also functioning as a striking decorative object.

Walking sticks of this quality, subject matter, and condition are increasingly scarce, particularly examples accompanied by appropriate documentation.

This piece is supplied with a certificate confirming the ivory to be pre-1947, allowing for legal sale under current UK ivory regulations.

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Measurements
        •       Overall length: 96 cm
        •       Handle (nose to back of head): 7.5 cm
        •       Handle width: 3.5 cm
        •       Handle height: 7 cm
        •       Tip diameter: 1.2 cm

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Condition

Good antique condition throughout. The ivory shows natural age patina and light surface marks consistent with its age. The shaft is straight and sound, and the brass ferrule is intact.
 
Ivory certified: submission reference WDNDHR57