Cane, America, mid 19th century

Name/Title

Cane, America, mid 19th century

Entry/Object ID

2013.025

Description

Wooden cane with carved dog's-head handle, brass collar below, and metal sheathed tip. Described as a "lady's walking stick" when acquired. With a history in the family of Portsmouth cabinetmaker Samuel Dockum, it might have come from his shop.

Collection

Portsmouth Historical Society Curatorial Collection

Acquisition

Accession

2013.025