Antique Walking Stick, Shaft Entirely Made Of Horn, Agate Pommel

An elegant and rare 19th-century collector's walking stick. The shaft is made entirely of blond horn. The pommel is carved from natural agate, with translucent reflections and subtle veining, lending a precious, mineral touch. It terminates in a metal ferrule. This type of walking stick, sometimes called a "Dandy's cane," is very slender, similar to a riding crop. It is a decorative accessory not intended for leaning. This is a rare piece that combines the nobility of the materials with a refined aesthetic, illustrating the taste of the era for transforming utilitarian objects into accessories of distinction. It measures 33,07 inches. It is in good condition, although there is a slight crack in the horn, visible in close-up in the photos. This is minor and does not weaken the cane. France, datable to the 19th century.