Black cane with hook-shaped handle, engraved gold band and black rubber tip: 2 5/8" band engraved in block letters "M.L.D." and "TO 1915"; stamped "AA"; "12" (in a diamond, turned 90 degrees to left); "5" (in a banner): "G" (in Gothic script in a circle); turtle-shaped design in circle; two small holes near edge of band; tip stamped "17" at bottom.
Made/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Unknown
Attribution
Maker
Notes
Dates: 1868 - 1899
Date made: r. 1868 - 1899
Inscription/Signature/Marks
Type
Inscription
Transcription
See description
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Width
4-3/4 in
Length
37 in
Diameter
1 in
Dimension Notes
Display Dimensions: 4 3/4 x 37 x 1 in. (12.1 x 94 x 2.5 cm)
Material
Rubber, Wood (unidentified), Gold
Condition
Notes
Remarks: Details of condition: any overall scratches and loss of finish; some tan paint on center.
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Maturin Livingston Delafield Jr.
Notes
Former owner
General Notes
Note Type
Curatorial Remarks
Note
Apparently, not on NYAC appraisal.
Note Type
StorageNote
Note
Home Location: Historic Hudson Valley, Montgomery Place, Livingston Bedroom