"Dandy Cane Wood Bangle Malacca Solid Gold Thomassin Eagle Head XIXth Century"
Dandy's cane, 18-carat solid gold frame hallmarked eagle's head, and shaft in malacca rush, signed by the manufacturer Thomassin *, vintage circa 1830 19th century. This cane is in good condition. It is punched in two places, see photos. A note: some small shocks and deformation on the frame, wear and scratches on the wood, missing the brass end, also missing the handle and the chain, see photos. * Thomassin: he was a renowned cane dealer in Paris, mentioned in “La Mode, revue du monde elegant” in 1835. Théophile Gautier also quotes him in “Les Roués innocents” (1853). Length: 71 cm Reference: F31 8 All the photos are on: www.antiques-delaval.com