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Antique Polish Ciupaga Shepherd’s Axe Cane Walking Stick

$1,740
£1,321.97
€1,519.22
CA$2,444.04
A$2,660.28
CHF 1,409.59
MX$31,993.89
NOK 17,922.54
SEK 16,424.02
DKK 11,348.49

About the Item

A FINE HISTORICAL CARPATHIAN CIUPAGA OR SHEPHERD'S AXE Poland, probably 19th century 34 7/8" H x 5 1/4" W (head) A holdover from the Middle Ages, the ciupaga shepherd's axe was at the same time a walking stick and a weapon. This largely became ceremonial over time and the ciupaga continues to be made even today. The present example is probably mid-19th century and features a brilliant burnt shaft that is formed by wrapping rope around the wood before burning it in order to simulate tiger-maple. It features nineteen tiny rings along the back and intricately engraved strapping below the beautifully engraved and only lightly worn axe-head. The shaft tapers into a sharply pointed steel ferrule. A fine quality example. Condition: Brass head with light surface wear and mellow patination; shaft with minor abrasions and handling marks consistent with use; brass mounts with oxidation; ferrule intact with wear at tip. ref. 503YPK05N About silla antiques art Established in 2009, we have available in our 9000 square foot brick-and-mortar gallery an ever-changing selection of carefully curated and catalogued furniture, decorative arts, paintings, sculpture and estate jewelry. Our company has long specialized in sculpture circa 1860 through 1930 and as such the gallery always has a very large collection of exceptional European and American sculpture available on display. The gallery is located at 117 W Burd Street in Shippensburg, Pennsylvania and is open by appointment only. We welcome your visit and would love to meet with you at the shop. For clients located outside of the area, we are always available to discuss items by video conferencing or by phone.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 34.88 in (88.6 cm)Width: 5.25 in (13.34 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Brass,Wood
  • Place of Origin:
    Poland
  • Period:
    19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Unknown
  • Condition:
    Brass head with light surface wear and mellow patination; shaft with minor abrasions and handling marks consistent with use; brass mounts with oxidation; ferrule intact with wear at tip.
  • Seller Location:
    Shippensburg, PA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 503YPK05N1stDibs: LU1059046424442

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