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Walking-stick instruments of all varieties were popular in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. Novelty walking sticks, which might include umbrellas, flasks, guns, musical instruments, or other items were fashionable accessories for gentlemen of all ages. Flutes and violins were the most popular instrument walking sticks.
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Title: Violin, Cane
Date: 2nd half 19th century
Geography: Germany
Culture: probably German
Medium: Wood, metal
Dimensions: L. 33-3/4 in.
Classification: Chordophone
Credit Line: Gift of Mrs. Frank J. Frost, 1952
Object Number: 52.104
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