African Walking Stick
Circa 1900 Antique African Walking Stick
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1900 antique African walking stick. Dense hardwood. Crack at one twist - natural from aging
Category
Early 20th Century Zimbabwean Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Hardwood
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African Hardwood and Carved Bone Early 20th Century Walking Stick
Located in GB
This unusual walking stick dates to the early 20th century and is made from a dense exotic hardwood
Category
Vintage 1920s African Other Tribal Art
Materials
Hardwood
American Indian Folk Art Walking Stick
Located in Southampton, NY
African Folk Art Walking Stick
Category
Early 20th Century Central African Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Mahogany
Walking Stick Cane with Carved Ebony African Tribal Male Head
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Walking stick cane with carved ebony African tribal male head.
Category
Early 20th Century Sports Equipment and Memorabilia
Materials
Wood
Antique Carved Walking Cane, African, Ebony, Tribal Stick, Figure, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique carved walking cane. An African, ebony tribal stick with figural male mask
Category
Antique Late 19th Century More Desk Accessories
Materials
Ebony
H 28.55 in W 0.99 in D 1.58 in
African walking stick.
Located in Vancouver, BC
Unique and esthetically pleasing, hand-carved figural walking stick from Africa.
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African Walking Stick For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the African walking stick you’re looking for at 1stDibs. An African walking stick — often made from wood, animal skin and fabric — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for an African walking stick, we have 1 options in-stock, while there are 1 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect African walking stick — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. An African walking stick is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in mid-century modern styles are sought with frequency. A well-made African walking stick has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Chris Martin are consistently popular.
How Much is an African Walking Stick?
Prices for an African walking stick can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $750 and can go as high as $9,500, while the average can fetch as much as $3,625.
Questions About African Walking Stick
- What is a Malacca walking stick?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Malacca walking stick is a long stick made out of palm trees native to Asia. People use the sticks to help them maintain their balance when walking, particularly over uneven terrain. In some cases, artisans use the sticks as umbrella poles. On 1stDibs, find a range of Malacca walking sticks.
- Do walking sticks really help?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, walking sticks are helpful for walking. Walking sticks can help maintain posture, stability and provide support as well as take some of the impact out of your lower back and knees. Shop a range of vintage and contemporary walking sticks on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Walking sticks go by many different names. Some of them include: cane, handstaff, stave, shillelagh, crutch, alpenstock and staff. Walking sticks come in many different varieties from different staff material to unique and interesting heads, making them a desirable collectible. Find a collection of vintage and modern walking sticks on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021There is not one consistent height for walking sticks but is instead dependent on your height and what you plan to use it for. Standing with your arms by your side, the walking stick should be 6 to 8 inches above your elbow. For climbing up steep hills, a longer stick is important.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021To measure a walking stick, the base should be placed a little wider than a foot from the outside of the wearer's shoe. The handle should be at wrist crease height with the elbow slightly bent when standing upright.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Scottish walking sticks are also called canes. They’re typically made of wood and have a ball on one end for someone to grip.