Carved and Painted Folk Art Snake-form Root Cane

Description:

Carved and Painted Folk Art Snake-form Root Cane, late 19th/early 20th century, the curved handhold with three snake heads painted with spots and with brass tack eyes, above a brass collar and tapering shaft, on custom stand, (paint wear),overall ht. 36 in.
Estimate $400-600


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