Furniture & Works of Art - 5th April 2011

Lot 236

A 19th century sailor's work ivory carved walking cane handle

Estimate £80 - £120 | Hammer £240

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Description

A 19th century sailor's work ivory carved walking cane handle, with clenched fist holding a ball with entwined snake, 5.5in (14cm) l; together with a sailor's scrimshaw half tooth, mounted on oak, 4.75in (12cm) h. (2)