Antiques M.S. Rau | Sailor’S Navigation Cane

A Sailor Would Have Navigated The Ocean Easily Using This Cane That Reassembles Into A Telescope With Tripod Stand. Necessary Navigation Instruments, Including A Wind Gauge That Attaches To The Top Of The Telescope, A Compass And Writing Instruments, Are Conveniently Held Within The Shaft.

Telescopes Were Not Only Functional Instruments Of Necessity While At Sea, But Were Also A Symbol Of Honor For Captains, Admirals, And Respected Officers. The Telescope Was A Necessity That Allowed Mariners To Do Practically Everything: Navigate, Communicate With Other Vessels (Via A System Of Flag Signals With Other Boats), Find Their Proper Harbor, And Even Identify Whether A Ship In The Distance Was Friend Or Foe.

38” Length