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Novelty Gadget Walking Stick Cane & Pipe
The ebonised trick cane with the horn handle unscrewing to reveal a pipe and the ferule unscrewing to reveal a mouthpiece.
Condition is good aside from the ferrule thread being worn meaning it is loose. Otherwise all is well with this amusing gadget cane that would have been assembled and re-assembled many a time over. More importantly, no parts are missing or have been replaced and the presence of the horn to the handle is a particularly desirable design feature.
System canes, also known as gadget or trick canes, are probably the most highly sought after variety of walking stick and have been in existence since around the sixth century when two Persian monks smuggled silkworm larvae out of China inside hollowed-out staves. The premise is that they are used with dual purpose, both as a stick in the conventional sense, as well as some additional hidden meaning or function in this example, a smokers’ pipe.
Amongst the four categories that exist for trick canes, this example falls into that of city canes. These gadget canes were considered to be fashionable and included items such as cigarettes, opera glasses and as we see here, pipes. Some of these dual-purpose canes were even used as musical instruments such as a violin cane which contained a bow hidden within the shaft of the gadget cane. These types of dual-purpose canes are some of the most expensive and sought after.
In original condition, this is a highly desirable piece, both for those who smoke or collect smoking paraphernalia or collectors of high end gadget canes themselves.
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Private dealer, By appointment only
The Onion Barn, Shoe Cottage,
15 High Street, Blunham,
Bedfordshire, MK44 3NL.
MK44 3NL
Tel : 07729 213013
Non UK callers : +44 7729 213013
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Condition is good aside from the ferrule thread being worn meaning it is loose. Otherwise all is well with this amusing gadget cane that would have been assembled and re-assembled many a time over. More importantly, no parts are missing or have been replaced and the presence of the horn to the handle is a particularly desirable design feature.
System canes, also known as gadget or trick canes, are probably the most highly sought after variety of walking stick and have been in existence since around the sixth century when two Persian monks smuggled silkworm larvae out of China inside hollowed-out staves. The premise is that they are used with dual purpose, both as a stick in the conventional sense, as well as some additional hidden meaning or function in this example, a smokers’ pipe.
Amongst the four categories that exist for trick canes, this example falls into that of city canes. These gadget canes were considered to be fashionable and included items such as cigarettes, opera glasses and as we see here, pipes. Some of these dual-purpose canes were even used as musical instruments such as a violin cane which contained a bow hidden within the shaft of the gadget cane. These types of dual-purpose canes are some of the most expensive and sought after.
In original condition, this is a highly desirable piece, both for those who smoke or collect smoking paraphernalia or collectors of high end gadget canes themselves.
Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 2/MAY/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. Phone or visit the website to buy, Free UK shipping.
DimensionsLength 29.75 inches (the whole)
Date c.1900
1900s Antiques Material Ebonised
Origin English
Condition Very Good - wear to the ferrule thread.
Item code as155a285
Status Sold
£255.00 
$318.37 
€297.87 
$
€
Conversion rates as of 2/MAY/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. Phone or visit the website to buy, Free UK shipping.
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Doe And Hope
Private dealer, By appointment onlyThe Onion Barn, Shoe Cottage,
15 High Street, Blunham,
Bedfordshire, MK44 3NL.
MK44 3NL
Tel : 07729 213013
Non UK callers : +44 7729 213013
Get directions to Doe And Hope
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