Bidspirit auction | Hand-Carved Folk Art Walking Stick

Hand-Carved Folk Art Walking Stick with Painted Caricature Bust Handle - This is a hand-carved and painted folk art walking stick or hiking staff. The handle is intricately carved into a caricature bust of a man featuring prominent ears, a bald crown, and an open mouth displaying a single tooth. The figure is detailed with a white collared shirt featuring two applied white buttons and a red necktie with white polka dots. The shaft is constructed from a natural wood branch with a light-colored, possibly peeled finish that retains original knots and surface textures. The piece terminates in a black rubber ferrule tip. No signatures, maker's marks, or labels are visible on the object. Length: Approximately 47 inches.