86. Silver Horse Head Cane
Ca. 1880 Well-crafted and elegantly chased, the smaller horse head displays all the distinctive traits of a noble creature, including its long head with a slightly convex profile. It is depicted with a bridle and an integral collar featuring a wider panel of dense scrolls on one side and a blank escu- tcheon on the other, framed by a matched pair of raised rings with wires and crossbands. The delicate, detailed modeling leans toward the restrained 18th-century taste and is executed with smooth relief to maxi- mize a good feel in the wearer’s hand. Two clear hallmarks, a first triangular one with a clear “Ph.” and “P” and another angular one with an “N.S.”, deserve some attention for exact identification. The selection of a dense rosewood shaft with natural red hues and a satin finish, heeled with a horn ferrule, further enhances the handle’s quality. H. 2 ¼” x 1 ½”, O.L. 37 ¾”
$300-$400
Continental Cane Collection Auction - 177
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