Antique Automata Gentleman's Walking Stick, Horse Head Glove Holder

Antique Automata Gentleman's Walking Stick, Horse Head Glove Holder

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Automaton Horse Head Walking Cane.
Early 20th Century walking stick with an automaton horse head glove holder. The handle is carved from horn, finely detailed, having inset glass eyes and spring-loaded opening mouth. The head mounted on wooden shaft with bark. Opening the horses mouth exposes his teeth and with the long jaw is enough to hold the gloves when not needed.

Dimensions:

Height 88 cm / 34 34"
Width 10 cm / 4"
Depth 2.5 cm / 1"
Period

1900-1949

Year

C. 1900

Medium

Horn

Condition

Good

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