Collection Highlights
John Singer Sargent (1856-1925), Seen from the Back, Seated at an Easel and Holding a Palette
1875
1935.85.2.83
Graphite on ivory paper, formerly mounted on a page of Album 2
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Cane
Object name
Cane
Date
1800-1830
Medium
Wood
Dimensions
Overall: 38 3/4 x 5 x 2 1/2 in. ( 98.4 x 12.7 x 6.4 cm )
Description
Wooden cane with a crook handle, tapered shaft with high relief carving of two intertwined serpents and a frog with incised eyes, mouth and rattles; carved collar and remnants of painted decoration.
Credit Line
Gift of the estate of Ina Love Thursby
Object Number
1944.38
Gallery Label
According to the donor, this cane was carved by Indian Chief, Sitting Bull.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
