three-folk-art-canes-noting-geographic-locations
Lot 258
Three Folk Art Canes Noting Geographic Locations
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
Late 19th - early 20th century, the first a heavily varnished stick with "Lookout Mt." carved to one side, possibly a veteran's memento of the famous Civil War battlefield; the second a curved handle came with "H. F. TROBAUGH. MORRISTOWN. TENN" deeply carved on the shaft; the third consisting of a tapered mahogany shaft topped with a turned oak grip reading "SALEM" down one side.

Longest 36.5 in.

From the collection of the late Bragg Cox, Cary, North Carolina

The Salem cane with several knocks and finish crazing; all with light wear and good appearance.