57. French Dress Cane
Ca. 1900 A finely proportioned mid-size knob, gracefully elongated with a straight taper and a subtly raised, rounded top, setting the tone for this distinguished piece. The body is adorned with three exquisitely chased and engraved alle- gorical panels, suspended on knotted ribbons in the grand tradition of the 18th-century French Beaux-Arts style. The panels are executed with remarkable precision, and framed by delicately raised, crossed ring bands. The surface, matted and gilded to a luminous finish, further elevates the artistic detailing, catching the light with a quiet opulence. A rarely encountered black lacquer shaft and metal ferrule further enhance the knob and adds contrast and refinement. This cane transcends the ordinary. A celebration of French artistry and cultivated taste, it is a piece that belongs not to mere utility but to the realm of elegance. For those who accept nothing less than the finest, your journey ends here. H. 2 ½” x 1”, O.L. 41”
$500-$700
Continental Cane Collection Auction - 119
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