An Austrian figural walking cane, dating to circa 1880, featuring a finely carved staghorn handle depicting a panther attacking an iv*ry mountain goat upon an elaborate sterling silver plinth ornamented with deeply chased oak leaves and acorns. The handle is mounted to an exotic hardwood shaft. XRF analysis indicates the silver tests above .925 fineness.

Illustrated as Figure 71, page 88, in Vertical Art: The Enduring Beauty of Antique Canes and Walking Sticks, this cane exemplifies the exceptional sculptural animal studies and naturalistic ornament produced by Austrian craftsmen during the late nineteenth century.

Dimensions: 1.5 x 6 x 37in., long.

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Very good overall condition with light surface wear consistent with age and careful handling. The staghorn and iv*ry carvings remain well preserved with crisp detail and natural coloration. The mountain goat exhibits a damaged leg, and the panther has a small loss to one ear. The sterling silver mount retains sharp chased decoration with minor handling wear. The hardwood shaft displays scattered finish wear and minor abrasions.