Beginning in approximately the 16th century, canes gradually became more popular among the upper echelons of society. This popularity as an affluent accessory reached its zenith around the same time as that of horse racing, often dubbed, "the sport of kings". It is unsurprising therefore, that many canes are found associated with the sport. This unique piece is a prime example of that with the grip expertly relief carved in the form of an exceptionally detailed horse's head, which may have been meant to represent an owner's prized racehorse. The horse has yellow and black glass eyes and has an intricately carved bridle. The grip is joined to the shaft with a floral engraved silver band with Hall & Fitzgerald, Birmingham hallmarks. The shaft appears to be of ebony and is tipped with iron and brass. It measures 36 1/4 inches overall.

Fine, the grip showing an attractively aged tone with a few scattered hairline age cracks, attractively aged patina on the silver, and a minor visible repair/patch of filler on the shaft, with otherwise minimal handling evidence.