Canes & Walking Sticks

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  • Two Antique Walking Sticks
    Estimate
    $100 - $300

    Two Antique Walking Sticks

    Est.
    $100 - $300
    Kodner Galleries
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $50
  • AFRICAN AMERICAN BUST CARVED CEDAR FOLK ART CANE / WALKING STICK
    Estimate
    $100 - $200

    AFRICAN AMERICAN BUST CARVED CEDAR FOLK ART CANE / WALK...

    Est.
    $100 - $200
    Jeffrey S. Evans & Assoc., ...
    1 Bid
    Current Bid
    $50
  • ANTIQUE SWORD CANE / WALKING STICK
    Estimate
    $80 - $120

    ANTIQUE SWORD CANE / WALKING STICK

    Est.
    $80 - $120
    Jeffrey S. Evans & Assoc., ...
    3 Bids
    Current Bid
    $110
  • AMERICAN FOLK ART CARVED CANE / WALKING STICK
    Estimate
    $100 - $200

    AMERICAN FOLK ART CARVED CANE / WALKING STICK

    Est.
    $100 - $200
    Jeffrey S. Evans & Assoc., ...
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $50
  • CARVED BONE-HANDLED CANE / WALKING STICK WITH TURTLE DECORATIONS
    Estimate
    $100 - $200

    CARVED BONE-HANDLED CANE / WALKING STICK WITH TURTLE DE...

    Est.
    $100 - $200
    Jeffrey S. Evans & Assoc., ...
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $50
  • CARVED BONE-HANDLED CANES / WALKING STICKS WITH FEARSOME DOG AND NATURAL FORM, LOT OF TWO
    Estimate
    $100 - $200

    CARVED BONE-HANDLED CANES / WALKING STICKS WITH FEARSOM...

    Est.
    $100 - $200
    Jeffrey S. Evans & Assoc., ...
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $50
  • Three Vintage Wooden Walking Sticks
    Estimate
    $50 - $150

    Three Vintage Wooden Walking Sticks

    Est.
    $50 - $150
    Kodner Galleries
    1 Bid
    Current Bid
    $25
  • SHENANDOAH CO., SHENANDOAH VALLEY OF VIRGINIA CARVED FOLK ART CANE / WALKING STICK
    Estimate
    $80 - $120

    SHENANDOAH CO., SHENANDOAH VALLEY OF VIRGINIA CARVED FO...

    Est.
    $80 - $120
    Jeffrey S. Evans & Assoc., ...
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $40
  • ANTIQUE CANES / WALKING STICKS, LOT OF THREE
    Estimate
    $100 - $200

    ANTIQUE CANES / WALKING STICKS, LOT OF THREE

    Est.
    $100 - $200
    Jeffrey S. Evans & Assoc., ...
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $50
  • (2) HORN HOOF-FORM HANDLED CANE & LEATHER-CLAD WOOD RIDING CROP
    Estimate
    $150 - $250

    (2) HORN HOOF-FORM HANDLED CANE & LEATHER-CLAD WOOD RID...

    Est.
    $150 - $250
    Austin Auction Gallery
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $100

Antique walking sticks are more than fashion accessories. These decorative pieces of fashion history display exquisite craftsmanship and can be quite valuable to collectors. The collection of vintage and antique canes and walking sticks for sale from Bidsquare served as personal objects with a rich history and a strong and loyal following. They are a reflection of the people who used them. Rather than an individual walking stick, collectors often buy a collection of walking sticks at our online auctions

Some historians and collectors draw a distinction between the canes and the walking sticks by their materials, with the former being made from wood, bone, or ivory and the latter being made from bamboo and reed plants.

Antique Canes and Walking Sticks

Although a walking stick is often referred to as an item of a bygone era, the history of the ceremonial staff dates back as early as Egyptian times. In the early days, canes and walking sticks were designed for use as assistance during a long journey or to defend against potential attacks.  It was fashionable for men to carry them in the early 17th century and there were rules of etiquette for carrying them. In fact, It was necessary to apply for special licensing in London by the early 18th Century to carry one, and its violation could result in losing the privilege. During the Victorian period, all manner of designs and finishes of walking sticks were created, including those from carved animal heads as well as provocative sticks that turned heads. 

Vintage and antique walking sticks and canes still carry significant value at auctions. The auction at Bidsquare features decorative, weapons, and system canes and walking sticks of the finest quality available, including many that incorporate added features. The German vintage canes are highly sought after by collectors. Besides, affordable vintage walking sticks with hidden guns are also in high demand at auctions.

Quick Facts about Canes & Walking Sticks

  • Some people in the 19th century used the walking stick instead of a sword as an accessory to dress.
  • While walking sticks are a temporary device primarily used for stability and balance, walking canes function as mobility aids.