During the 19th and 20th centuries, canes became incredibly popular as a status symbol, especially among the upper class in Western Europe and North America. This specific cane is a fantastic example of that, having been relief carved in the form of a friendly, smiling lion's head, perfect for a worldly gentleman who may have spent time in Africa. The lion has been fitted with a pair of googly eyes, likely to replace an original pair of glass eyes. The smooth shaft is of Malacca and appears to have originally had a protective tip which is now absent.

Very good, the grip shows an attractively aged tone and a couple minor chips absent around the ears. The shaft is also very good with a few hairline age cracks and some light crazing.