Bidspirit auction | A SILVER AND NIELLO-MOUNTED CAUCASIAN

A SILVER AND NIELLO-MOUNTED CAUCASIAN RIDING CROP, 19TH CENTURY - A riding crop in characteristic Caucasian style, comprising a wooden shaft mounted on both ends with silver decorated with intricate floral and geometric motifs. The pommel similarly decorated, as is the spiraling silver band wrapping around the length of the shaft. The whip portion of the crop made from corded raw hide or leather. Caucasus, 19th century. Please make all inquiries before bidding. All lots are sold ”as-is”, refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions offers in-house shipping. In case we can not accommodate a shipping request, a list of additional shippers will be provided. Dimensions: Handle L: 18 in., (45.7 cm.) Condition: The whip is separating from the wooden handle but is still attached. Spiraling silver mounts on shaft are slightly loose. Otherwise good condition.