A fascinating antique Japanese short stick.
This has been hand carved from stained and lacquered hardwood which has a glossy finish.
The pommel is carved with a number of different animals, very well carved and each with different expressions, each figure is set with glass eyes and these vary in colour.
Amongst the creatures there is a snake, a macaque, a cat, a dog, a human, a lion and a mouse.
It is a wonderful piece, very well designed and expressive, perfect for the collector.
Could also be used as a cane or pointer.
Unmarked or un-signed, Meiji period.
Approx measurements:
22.5" length cane
3" width at the top
Condition:
Good used condition overall, signs of use and wear commensurate with age
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