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Bead Decorated Swagger Stick
Vintage Arts:
Instruments and Implements:
Walking Sticks:
Pre 1980 item# 721468 (stock#7391)
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Gordon S. Converse and Co.
610.722.9004
$245.00
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A swagger stick 26" long with brightly colored bead decoration all over in a swirling pattern reaching from top to bottom. The meshed bead work fits tightly over the stick's surface, which might be wood. Slightly bulbous at the top, more pointed at the bottom. Swagger sticks were ordinarily associated with uniformed military officers or officials and one of the original purposes of the swagger stick was to help keep the officers from putting their hands in their pockets. This does not a ...click for details
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A cabinetmaker's sample box
Vintage Arts:
Instruments and Implements:
Pre 1900 item# 718846 (stock#7726)
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Gordon S. Converse and Co.
610.722.9004
$550.00
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We believe this small box was made by the cabinetmaker showing off his veneering and inlay skills as well as a sampling of the various different woods on hand for work. We count nine different kinds of wood used in the inlay process. Inside on the bottom edge of the lid are the initials "A S N". The shape of this is similar to glove boxes we have seen. There is a slight "smile" warp to the lid, and the lock may work. No key. 2 1/2" X 12 1/4" X 5 1/4".
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