Antiques M.S. Rau | Violinist’S Cane

This Handsome Cane Serves A Surprising Dual Purpose, Housing A Complete Working Violin And Bow In Its Wooden Shaft. The Stringed Instrument Is Built Directly Into The Cane’S Design; Simply Remove A Detachable Panel To Reveal A Violin Along With Its Waxed Bow. Comprised Of Wood In A Sculptural Design, This Delightful Musical Cane Is Topped By An Architectural Handle Crafted Of Ebonized Wood.

Boasting An Intriguing Provenance, This Cane Hails From The Private Collection Of Former American Ambassador To The Seychelles, Journalist And Media Executive Dick Carlson. An Avid Collector Of Canes Since His Bid For Mayor Of San Diego, California In 1984, Carlson’S Collection In His Home, Office And Summer Home In Maine Is Estimated To Total Some 3,000 Canes And Walking Sticks. Carlson Has An Affection For Canes For Their Often Unique Artistry, But Also For Their Innate Usefulness — “Because They’Ve Been Used By Someone For Something.”

36″ Length