Cockatoo ladie‘s Cane by S.Fox, England ca. 1900

This amusing handle depicts in marvellous detail a graciously cockatiel-head beautifully conceived, it is surrounded by a coat of rings of plumage in vibrant tinted shades and spirited by two sparkling glass-eyes. 

The fruitwood handle is 7 cm high x 6,5 cm to the side x 4,5 cm wide on top of an ebonized shaft which has been marked S.Fox & Co. LIMITED in a metal badge, walking sticks and umbrellas from this brand have been among the favourites since the late 19th century and is ending with a horn tip. The O.L. is 91 cm, it has minimal signs of usage, the condition is perfect.

This delightful cane with the allure of a mascot, took the central stage for over 50 years in an extensive walking stick collection in Italy and captured the attention and curiosity of every viewer.

The motif of the cockatiel came into fashion with the first aviary appearing around 1860, giving to the public in major European cities, for the first time, the chance to see many of the exotic birds of the world.

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