Walking Cane Collection

Illustration of a fox dressed in suit and top hat

Joseph Mary and Jesus on the flight to Egypt, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866 (engraving)
3665615 Joseph Mary and Jesus on the flight to Egypt, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866 (engraving) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: Joseph Mary and Jesus on the flight to Egypt)

The three kings or Magi follow the star to Bethlehem in search of Jesus, Illustration from the Dore Bible
3665613 The three kings or Magi follow the star to Bethlehem in search of Jesus, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866 (engraving) by Dore

Maxim Gorky, seated with heavy coat on, 1910. Creator: Bain News Service
Maxim Gorky, seated with heavy coat on, 1910.

Samuel Åkerhielm af Margretelund d.y. 1684-1768, 18th century. Creator: Lorens Pasch the Elder
Samuel...kerhielm af Margretelund d.y. 1684-1768, 18th century

The Explorer A.E. Nordenskiöld, 1886. Creator: Georg von Rosen
The Explorer A.E. Nordenskiold, 1886

Jean Burnay, 1884. Creator: Anders Leonard Zorn
Jean Burnay, 1884

The Artist's Father, 1797. Creator: Carl Fredrik von Breda
The Artist's Father, 1797

Plate 12 for Thomas Smollett's The Adventures of Peregrine Pickle, 1785. Creator: Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki
Plate 12 for Thomas Smollett's The Adventures of Peregrine Pickle, 1785

A Captain, c.1622-c.1639. Creator: Willem Bartsius
A Captain, c.1622-c.1639

Old man leaning on his cane, 1834-1911. Creator: Jozef Israels
Old man leaning on his cane, 1834-1911

Still Life with Oriental Slippers, 1873. Creator: August Allebe
Still Life with Oriental Slippers, 1873

C'est pourtant la que j'ai gravé mon chiffre... 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
C'est pourtant la que j'ai grave mon chiffre... 19th century. Whatever you want - Yet it is there that I engraved my number

Mandelkern, Mr. portrait photograph, 1916. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Mandelkern, Mr. portrait photograph, 1916

Dapper man, coat draped over his arm, and cane in hand, c1880-c1889. Creator: Unknown
Dapper man, coat draped over his arm, and cane in hand, c1880-c1889

John Lind, Governor of Minnesota, 1914. Creator: Harris & Ewing. John Lind, Governor of Minnesota, 1914
John Lind, Governor of Minnesota, 1914. Governor 1899-1901; Rep. 1903-. With Johnston

John Lind, Governor of Minnesota, 1914. Creator: Harris & Ewing. John Lind, Governor of Minnesota, 1914
John Lind, Governor of Minnesota, 1914. Governor 1899-1901; Rep. 1903-. With Johnston

Jules Vallès (1832-1885), writer and journalist, 1881. Creator: Andre Gill
Jules Valles (1832-1885), writer and journalist, 1881

Caprice, n.d. Creator: Jean-Baptiste de Grateloup
Caprice, n.d

Old Woman Leaning on a Cane, from Life-Sized Heads, 1760. Creator: Thomas Frye
Old Woman Leaning on a Cane, from Life-Sized Heads, 1760

Man in costume with white coat, hat and cane, standing full-length, back view, 1810-1857. Creator: Otto Wallgren
Man in costume with white coat, hat and cane, standing full-length, back view, 1810-1857

Apparel - Man in white coat with cane, 1840-1868. "Farmer from Österåkers sn, Oppunda hd, Söde
Apparel - Man in white coat with cane, 1840-1868. "Farmer from -sterakers sn, Oppunda hd, Sodermanland

Apparel - man in full figure in profile. Creator: Otto Wallgren
Apparel - Man in costume with white coat, hat and cane full figure in profile

Man dressed in costume from Ingelstad, Småland, 1795-1857. Creator: Otto Wallgren
Man dressed in costume from Ingelstad, Smaland, 1795-1857

Edwardian postcard of a dog with a top hat wearing human clothes, c. 1910 (colour litho)
3605024 Edwardian postcard of a dog with a top hat wearing human clothes, c.1910 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; Photo eDavid Pearson; English, out of copyright

Two fashionable women on an autumn stroll in a park, WWI. One in a wool coat over green dress, holding a walking cane. One in a dress with matching tunic, purse and fur stole

Charlotte Rampling actress with her husband Musician Jean Michelle Jarre standing in front of a river

Sir Ernest Shackleton On his expedition ship The Quest. September 1921

John Pierpont Morgan, American financier and banker, with his son and daughter, 1912. John Pierpont Morgan (1837-1913), Louisa Pierpont Morgan (1866-1946) and John Pierpont Jack Morgan Jr (1867-1943)

Studio portrait of man with top hat and cane, c1880-c1889. Creator: George E. Curtis
Studio portrait of man with top hat and cane, c1880-c1889

An old Yakut, 1890. Creator: Unknown
An old Yakut, 1890. The album "Views of the Yakutsk Region" contains 151 photographs. Subjects include the Lena River shore; various forms of river transport--including boats, rafts

Frank Vizetelly, ca. 1860-1865. Creator: Unknown
Frank Vizetelly, ca. 1860-1865

Woman in canary yellow dress with amber buttons
5893099 Woman in canary yellow dress with amber buttons. by Lhuer, Victor (1883-1951); (add.info.: Woman in canary yellow dress with amber buttons, with hat and walking cane)

Combined Walking-Cane, Gun, Pistol, Sword, and Dagger, India subcontinent, mid-19th century

Edouard Manet, 1867. Creator: Henri Fantin-Latour
Edouard Manet, 1867

Cowhorn Cane, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Frank J Mace
Cowhorn Cane, 1935/1942

A Blind Man (The Wayfarers), 1863. Creator: Fred Walker
A Blind Man (The Wayfarers), 1863

Untitled (Portrait of a Seated Man), 1880. Creator: Unknown
Untitled (Portrait of a Seated Man), 1880. Black-and-white portrait photograph in a cream mat with gold decorative border of a dark-skinned man against a painted backdrop, with a book

Advertisement for Fisk, Clark & Faggs gloves (chromolitho)
3105721 Advertisement for Fisk, Clark & Faggs gloves (chromolitho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisement for Fisk)

Mr John Bull in a Quandary or the Anticipated effects of the Railway Calls, pub
3025392 Mr John Bull in a Quandary or the Anticipated effects of the Railway Calls, pub. 1845 (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; (add.info)

Edwardian London, 1901
CW32526 Edwardian London, 1901 by McSwiney, Eugene Joseph (1866-1912); Private Collection; eChristopher Wood Gallery, London, UK; Irish, out of copyright

Young woman in summer dress, 17th Century (coloured engraving)
968895 Young woman in summer dress, 17th Century (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Young woman in summer dress, 17th Century)

Edwardian Christmas postcard of two children dressed in top hat
3604993 Edwardian Christmas postcard of two children dressed in top hat and fur cape holding a sprig of holly and walking cane, c.1910 (colour litho) by English School

Mans Suit, by Marc-Luc, pub. 1923 (pochoir print)
3444528 Mans Suit, by Marc-Luc, pub. 1923 (pochoir print) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; French, out of copyright

Advertisement for spring fashions from the Belle Jardiniere clothing store, Paris (litho)
3099033 Advertisement for spring fashions from the Belle Jardiniere clothing store, Paris (litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Cane, c. 1936. Creator: Gladys Cook
Cane, c. 1936

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"Unveiling the Timeless Elegance: The Walking Cane Chronicles" Step into a world where sophistication meets whimsy, as we explore the fascinating history and cultural significance of the walking cane. From its humble beginnings to becoming an emblem of style and power, this unassuming accessory has witnessed countless tales unfold. Intriguing illustrations transport us to a bygone era, where a dapper fox dons a suit and top hat, capturing our imagination with his debonair charm. Meanwhile, two Victorian gentlemen engage in an intense duel amidst the serene beauty of a park—a reflection of societal norms entwined with personal honor. A captivating Edwardian postcard takes us back to 1910 when even dogs embraced fashion trends; here we see man's best friend sporting human clothes while proudly wearing a top hat, and is through such peculiarities that we glimpse the playfulness hidden within these historical relics. The canes' allure extends beyond mere aesthetics; they also serve as symbols of status and influence. John Pierpont Morgan, renowned American financier and banker, stands tall alongside his son and daughter in 1912—an image that epitomizes wealth and prestige during an era defined by industrial magnates. Celebrities too have been captivated by this timeless accessory. Charlotte Rampling, acclaimed actress, stands beside her husband Jean Michel Jarre—both exuding grace while leaning on their trusty canes—a testament to how elegance transcends time. Yet not all stories associated with they are glamorous or refined. A lithograph depicting "The assault upon Senator Sumner" reminds us that these objects were sometimes wielded as weapons during heated political debates—a stark reminder of both power struggles and violence lurking beneath society's surface. Delving further into history reveals intriguing craftsmanship from around the globe—the combined walking-cane from India subcontinent showcases ingenuity at its finest.