This cane is pictured and described on p. 176-179 of "Larry Mattson Collections: Carved Cane Handles 2021" where is listed as of English original in the second half of the 19th century. The hardwood grip has been expertly carved in the form of a pug with glass eyes and belled collar sitting on a fancy cushion. It is joined to the shaft with a thin silvered band and the smooth Malacca shaft is tipped with brass. It measures 37 3/4 inches overall. Provenance: The Larry Mattson Collection

Very fine overall with minimal handling evidence on the grip, some light glue residue around the band, and some mild crazing on the shaft.