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"Cane: A Timeless Symbol of Power, Healing, and Style" From biblical times to the 17th century plague doctors, the cane has played a significant role in history

Background imageCane Collection: Picture No. 12480044

Picture No. 12480044
Deer with Christmas hat and candy cane in winter scene Date:

Background imageCane Collection: A man posed in a back garden in or near Padstow, Cornwall. Probably 1890s or early 1900s

A man posed in a back garden in or near Padstow, Cornwall. Probably 1890s or early 1900s
A man poses in a garden. A barrel stands on the wall behind. Photographer: Thomas Henry Williams

Background imageCane Collection: May Lilian Levey music hall male impersonator

May Lilian Levey music hall male impersonator
May Lilian Levey male impersonator, dancer, pantomime principal boy. Here dressed in top hat and tails with cane. Called herself the ?premier male character comedienne?

Background imageCane Collection: Louie Tracy music hall male impersonator

Louie Tracy music hall male impersonator
Louie Tracy male impersonator dressed as a man about town with top hat and cane. ?Faultlessly attired, by everyone admired?. Billed as the ?Dapper, Dandy Boy?. Signed card. Date: circa 1910

Background imageCane Collection: Wee Georgie Wood music hall comedian and actor 1894?-1979

Wee Georgie Wood music hall comedian and actor 1894?-1979
Wee Georgie Wood comedian, actor and writer. Here dressed as Vesta Tilley in uniform with cigar and cane. Card entitled Vesta Tilley. Date: circa early 1900s

Background imageCane Collection: Monroe Doctrine Cartoon

Monroe Doctrine Cartoon
MONROE DOCTRINE CARTOON. Uncle Sam - Thats A Live Wire, Gentlemen! A 1902 cartoon by W.A. Rogers on German and British claims against Venezuela

Background imageCane Collection: Heavy walking

Heavy walking
Milan Uhrin AFIAP AZSF

Background imageCane Collection: Little boy and dog in the park

Little boy and dog in the park
Alan Hiller

Background imageCane Collection: Paddle surf 2

Paddle surf 2
Massimo Della Latta

Background imageCane Collection: winter grazing

winter grazing
mihai ian nedelcu

Background imageCane Collection: Difficult walking

Difficult walking
Milan Uhrin AFIAP AZSF

Background imageCane Collection: On the banks of a river, a man leads a bull. On the surface of the river, their image is reflected

On the banks of a river, a man leads a bull. On the surface of the river, their image is reflected. Italy. Date of Photograph:1950 - 1960

Background imageCane Collection: Young man in fashionable outfit with top hat and cane, 1912. Mise dun jeune homme

Young man in fashionable outfit with top hat and cane, 1912. Mise dun jeune homme. Handcoloured pochoir (stencil) etching after an illustration by Bernard Boutet de Monvel from Tommaso Antonginis

Background imageCane Collection: French gentleman with top hat and cane, riding coat lined with taffeta, striped waistcoat or gilet

French gentleman with top hat and cane, riding coat lined with taffeta, striped waistcoat or gilet, trousers with foot straps. Redingote doublee de Taffetas, Pantalon a Pieds

Background imageCane Collection: Venetian costumes and masks: a peddler of plants

Venetian costumes and masks: a peddler of plants Venice. Date of Photograph:1860 ca

Background imageCane Collection: Postcard of the film company Itala Film, depicting the actor Andr Deed (1879-1940)

Postcard of the film company Itala Film, depicting the actor Andr Deed (1879-1940) in the shoes of his famous character Foolshead Turin. Date of Photograph:1915 ca

Background imageCane Collection: Portrait of man in evening wear affected by anorexia

Portrait of man in evening wear affected by anorexia United States. Date of Photograph:1880 ca

Background imageCane Collection: Portrait of the princess of Chartres and her son prince Jean, in hunting attire

Portrait of the princess of Chartres and her son prince Jean, in hunting attire Europe. Date of Photograph:1890 ca

Background imageCane Collection: Portrait of the journalist William Howard Russell (1820-1907)

Portrait of the journalist William Howard Russell (1820-1907) Europe. Date of Photograph:1880 ca

Background imageCane Collection: Spectators and golfers on a tournament course

Spectators and golfers on a tournament course Europe. Date of Photograph:1935 ca

Background imageCane Collection: A group of women converse on a golf course

A group of women converse on a golf course Europe. Date of Photograph:1935 ca

Background imageCane Collection: Portrait of a group of golfers and spectators on the tournament course in St. Germain, France

Portrait of a group of golfers and spectators on the tournament course in St. Germain, France France St. Germain. Date of Photograph:1938

Background imageCane Collection: Sports discipline with long stick

Sports discipline with long stick Italy. Date of Photograph:1970 ca

Background imageCane Collection: Group portrait of the Dante Alighieri Society

Group portrait of the Dante Alighieri Society Florence. Date of Photograph:1915-1925

Background imageCane Collection: Gabriele D'Annunzio and a high army officer pose together with the soldiers

Gabriele D'Annunzio and a high army officer pose together with the soldiers, who wear a sport uniform. The image was taken during the city occupation of Fiume by part of the Italian legionary

Background imageCane Collection: Gabriele D'Annunzio with a group of Italian legionaries, after the occupation of Fiume

Gabriele D'Annunzio with a group of Italian legionaries, after the occupation of Fiume. Croatia Fiume (Rijeka). Date of Photograph:12/09/1919 - 12/11/1920

Background imageCane Collection: Group portrait in front of Villa Giovanelli, Noventa Padovana

Group portrait in front of Villa Giovanelli, Noventa Padovana Noventa Padovana. Date of Photograph:1920 ca

Background imageCane Collection: Soldier in the snow

Soldier in the snow. Date of Photograph:1914-1918

Background imageCane Collection: Group of soldiers belonging to the first line of defense in the Valley of Kern

Group of soldiers belonging to the first line of defense in the Valley of Kern Friuli Venetia Julia. Date of Photograph:30/04/1917

Background imageCane Collection: Grain threshing

Grain threshing Lazio. Date of Photograph:1935-1937 ca

Background imageCane Collection: Wheat threshing

Wheat threshing Lazio. Date of Photograph:1935 ca

Background imageCane Collection: Portrait of Giosu Carducci

Portrait of Giosu Carducci. Date of Photograph:1906-1907

Background imageCane Collection: Portrait of Lina Cavalieri

Portrait of Lina Cavalieri Italy. Date of Photograph:1900-1910 ca

Background imageCane Collection: Portrait of a young shepherd

Portrait of a young shepherd Lazio. Date of Photograph:1855 ca

Background imageCane Collection: Group photo taken on the occasion of a party given by the viceroy and by Lady Landsdowne

Group photo taken on the occasion of a party given by the viceroy and by Lady Landsdowne, 23 September 1893 India. Date of Photograph:23/09/1893

Background imageCane Collection: 'Rain coats', Japanese men with straw coats, Japan

"Rain coats", Japanese men with straw coats, Japan Japan. Date of Photograph:1870-1890

Background imageCane Collection: Representative of a confraternity in traditional dress

Representative of a confraternity in traditional dress Naples. Date of Photograph:1860-1870 ca

Background imageCane Collection: Actors of the company Emma Gramatica; the support contains the indication 'Tedeschi

Actors of the company Emma Gramatica; the support contains the indication "Tedeschi, Contini Umberto, Mattei" Italy. Date of Photograph:1910-1920

Background imageCane Collection: Portrait of the Italian soprano Oliva Petrella, postcard

Portrait of the Italian soprano Oliva Petrella, postcard Italy. Date of Photograph:1900-1902

Background imageCane Collection: Two samurai during a fight, Japan

Two samurai during a fight, Japan Japan. Date of Photograph:1870 - 1880

Background imageCane Collection: Portrait of an elderly man in the traditional dress of the city of Osilo, Sassari

Portrait of an elderly man in the traditional dress of the city of Osilo, Sassari Europe. Date of Photograph:1910 ca

Background imageCane Collection: A young Japanese postman

A young Japanese postman Japan. Date of Photograph:1868-1877

Background imageCane Collection: Costumes of Naples. Portrait of a man, postcard

Costumes of Naples. Portrait of a man, postcard Naples. Date of Photograph:1902

Background imageCane Collection: Portrait of Benjamin Disraeli

Portrait of Benjamin Disraeli. Date of Photograph:1870-1880 ca

Background imageCane Collection: Portrait of a monk leaning on a stick (''O monaco cercante'), postcard

Portrait of a monk leaning on a stick ("'O monaco cercante"), postcard Naples. Date of Photograph:1904 ca

Background imageCane Collection: Monk posing in the Capuchin Convent, Amalfi; postcard

Monk posing in the Capuchin Convent, Amalfi; postcard Amalfi. Date of Photograph:1900 ca

Background imageCane Collection: Postcard, portrait of naked woman blindfolded with a stick under a beam of light

Postcard, portrait of naked woman blindfolded with a stick under a beam of light, "Album para Tarjetas postales" Europe. Date of Photograph:1910 ca

Background imageCane Collection: 'Japan' album: Pilgrims on their way to Mount Fuji

"Japan" album: Pilgrims on their way to Mount Fuji Japan. Date of Photograph:1866-1890



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"Cane: A Timeless Symbol of Power, Healing, and Style" From biblical times to the 17th century plague doctors, the cane has played a significant role in history. Just like Jesus healing the sick with his miraculous touch, the cane has been a source of support and aid for those in need. In artworks from different eras, such as Jeremy Brett's portrayal of Sherlock Holmes or Charlie Chaplin's iconic comedic performances, we see how canes have become synonymous with characters who exude confidence and intelligence. Not limited to fictional characters alone, historical figures like Hercule Poirot and Frederick the Great of Prussia were often depicted holding their trusty canes. These elegant accessories not only added an air of sophistication but also served practical purposes. The cast iron Victorian walking stick stand stands as a testament to how canes were cherished possessions that deserved proper display. They were more than just tools; they became symbols of status and refinement. For old sea dogs navigating treacherous waters or gentlemen strolling through city streets, canes provided stability on uncertain terrain. Even Winston Churchill himself was captured in a portrait photograph proudly gripping his cane—a symbol of resilience during challenging times. But it wasn't just men who embraced this fashion statement; women too found empowerment through their stylish canes. In silhouette paintings depicting barmaids serving customers at pubs or during Whitsun walks in Abertillery, South Wales – these ladies wielded their canes with grace and charm. Whether used for medical support or as an accessory reflecting one's personality and taste, the cane remains an enduring symbol throughout history. It represents strength in times of weakness while adding elegance to any ensemble—truly embodying both function and fashion across generations.