S/2865 Antique Treen 19th Century Black Thorn Riding Crop

A rare and most unusual folk art black thorn riding crop, having a carved foxes head to one end, with ears, eyes and mouth. The other end comprises of the root that is naturally carved with two birds' heads, eyes and beaks and a man's face. It is a lovely item for an eclectic collection. The whole has a rich colour and patination.

Sold 27¼ in. (69.5 cm.) Wide
English Circa 1820