71. Art Nouveau Figural Cane-Ca. 1900-Large wood woman head knob on a malacca shaft with a wider silver collar engraved with trailing scrolls bordures and feathery initials and a metal ferrule. The design, detail, and execution are superb! The artist was able to capture the transparency and delicate folds of hair over the distinct outline of her shapely face with large eyes and refreshing smile. Furthermore, the portrait is emphasized with a dark stain and signed on the back with the large initials “SKD”. -H. 4 ½” x 2”, O.L. 39 ½” -$600-$800