Antique Carved Wood African ? Polynesian ? Walking Stick Cane

Description

This is an interesting antique cane from Africa or perhaps P
olynesia
with a carved figure at the top and a nice twist element just below. The eyes of the figure are 2 blue glass beads. The cane has some age splits, but its still structurally sound. It is 28” long. The wood is sanded smooth to the touch.
This came from lot deaccessioned from a local museum of souvenirs accumulated by 2 world travelers in the 19
th
century. Provenance will be provided for the buyer.
A great item for a collector!
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