Cane, Unger Bros., Sterling, C. 1900
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Description
This cane or walking stick is topped by a silver figural piece depicting a portrait of a man being kissed by an angel. The silver design is flowing, parting like a curtain to show the portrait.
Condition
Weight (Lbs): 0.5
Height (In.): 35.50"
Width (In.): 1.25"
Depth (In.): .75"
Size: 482.5 x 4.0 x 4.0"
Maker: Unger Brothers
Material: Silver,
Date: C. 1900
Provenance:
Condition: Some patination of the ferrule, no noticed damage or losses.
History: The Unger family immigrated to Newark, NJ in 1849 from Germany, and changed the surname to Unger. The oldest son, Herman, established a jewelry business between 1870-1872 and began the manufacture of sterling silver items in 1878. In time all five sons joined the company. Three of the five brothers (William, George and Frederick) died in 1879, and the two survivors (Herman and Eugene) continued the business. Herman, a silversmith, and Eugene, an engraver, were both officers of the firm. This firm reached its economic zenith from 1895 to 1907.
Height (In.): 35.50"
Width (In.): 1.25"
Depth (In.): .75"
Size: 482.5 x 4.0 x 4.0"
Maker: Unger Brothers
Material: Silver,
Date: C. 1900
Provenance:
Condition: Some patination of the ferrule, no noticed damage or losses.
History: The Unger family immigrated to Newark, NJ in 1849 from Germany, and changed the surname to Unger. The oldest son, Herman, established a jewelry business between 1870-1872 and began the manufacture of sterling silver items in 1878. In time all five sons joined the company. Three of the five brothers (William, George and Frederick) died in 1879, and the two survivors (Herman and Eugene) continued the business. Herman, a silversmith, and Eugene, an engraver, were both officers of the firm. This firm reached its economic zenith from 1895 to 1907.
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Cane, Unger Bros., Sterling, C. 1900
Estimate $350 - $700
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