Cane Collection (page 55)

Theatrical Dress
A decollete gown with theatrical skirt length: bell shaped skirt with layers of accordian pleated flounces. N.B applique leaf motif, diamante straps, court shoes

COSTUME 1791-1792
Man: top hat with a tapering crown & cut-away coat. Women: buffonts (buffons), belt with medallion buckle, a skirt with a vandkyked & oranmented hem, pierrot jacket

Costume / Men 1859
Three gentlemen meet & talk in a park. They wear: evening dress (rear view); day dress of pale grey trousers, S-B waistcoat, blue coat; check trousers & brown S-B overcoat

Fashionable Men 1857
Three gentlemen meet and talk in a park

Male Type Evening Dress
An elegant gentleman in top hat smoking a cigarette

Slipping on Icy Steps
Dapper city gent slips on an icy patch on the steps of his townhouse losing his hat & cane in the process. A nearby cabman sees it all & can act as witness in the insurance claim

Man and Poodle
A French gentleman walking with his poodle, who is obligingly carrying his cane

Brazil - Sugar Cane
Brazil. - Harvesting sugar cane

Country Clothes 1913
A tweed lounge suit consisting of a lounging jacket & narrow fit trousers with turn-ups & a crease, worn with spats, a bowtie & a felt hat

Rotten Row Style 1913
A man strolling in Hyde Parks Rotten Row wears a lounging jacket, narrow grey striped trousers, spats, bowtie & a trilby hat & carries a cane or walking stick

THE SMART SET 1913
Shifty-looking gentleman wears a double-breasted waisted overcoat with velvet collar & pocket flaps, wing collar & bow tie, spats, rakish top hat & a silver topped cane

Costume / Day Outfit
Formal dress clothes for a daytime function: a braid trimmed morning coat - the Mayfair, narrow grey striped trousers, spats, stiff collar & tie, gloves, cane & top hat

Food and Drink / Sugarcane
(ALCOHOLIC DRINK) Native distilling sprit from Sugar-cane, Madagascar

German Gent, Ca 1870
A German gentleman in outdoor dress

Bearsted / Marcus Samuel
MARCUS SAMUEL 1st VISCOUNT BEARSTED Industrialist, founder of Shell

MENs COATS 1828
Grey overcoat with cape & hip pockets. Brown D-B frock coat with gigot sleeves, shirt with stand collar & pointed cuffs, patterned cravat, top hat, cane & strapped pantaloons

Man in Brown Suit 1817
Top hat, cravat, light brown pantaloons with falls, brown double-breasted coat cut away at the front, small collar & sleeves padded & gathered at the shoulder & buttoned cuffs

Purple Coat / Brolly 1812
Purple cut-away coat (rear view), grey pantaloons, black hessian boots, umbrella, top hat. The high stand collar of his yellow & white striped waistcoat is just visible

Jules Cheret / P Contemp
Jules French artist noted for his posters

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"Cane: A Timeless Symbol of Power, Healing, and Style" From biblical times to the 17th century plague doctors, the cane has played a significant role in history. Just like Jesus healing the sick with his miraculous touch, the cane has been a source of support and aid for those in need. In artworks from different eras, such as Jeremy Brett's portrayal of Sherlock Holmes or Charlie Chaplin's iconic comedic performances, we see how canes have become synonymous with characters who exude confidence and intelligence. Not limited to fictional characters alone, historical figures like Hercule Poirot and Frederick the Great of Prussia were often depicted holding their trusty canes. These elegant accessories not only added an air of sophistication but also served practical purposes. The cast iron Victorian walking stick stand stands as a testament to how canes were cherished possessions that deserved proper display. They were more than just tools; they became symbols of status and refinement. For old sea dogs navigating treacherous waters or gentlemen strolling through city streets, canes provided stability on uncertain terrain. Even Winston Churchill himself was captured in a portrait photograph proudly gripping his cane—a symbol of resilience during challenging times. But it wasn't just men who embraced this fashion statement; women too found empowerment through their stylish canes. In silhouette paintings depicting barmaids serving customers at pubs or during Whitsun walks in Abertillery, South Wales – these ladies wielded their canes with grace and charm. Whether used for medical support or as an accessory reflecting one's personality and taste, the cane remains an enduring symbol throughout history. It represents strength in times of weakness while adding elegance to any ensemble—truly embodying both function and fashion across generations.