Canes reached the pinnacle of their popularity, especially among the gentry and upper echelons of society, in the late-19th and early-20th centuries, becoming far more than just a mobility tool, but rather a statement piece to project one's social status and wealth. This attractive cane certainly checks those boxes, having been masterfully carved by a skilled artisan. This specific cane is pictured and described on p. 144-147 of "Larry Mattson Collections: Carved Cane Handles 2021". The bulbous antique ivory grip is carved in the shape of a sleeping pig. Pigs are rarely seen portrayed on cane handles, especially in such a positive manner. The finely figured shaft is of either ebony or rosewood and tipped with antique ivory. Provenance: The Larry Mattson Collection