Bamboo swagger stick, reputedly the property of Admiral Nels...

Estimate

£5,000 - £7,000

Bamboo swagger stick, reputedly the property of Admiral Nelson's surgeon Sir William Beatty (1773-1842), and gifted into the Admiral's ownership. Gold cap detailing, metal ferrule, and waxed braided tassle. Capped with monogrammed inscription: 'D Obit 1852, AE t 76'

Ex lot 177, Bonhams London, 5 July 2005, 'Nelson and the Royal Navy 1750-1815':

A BAMBOO WALKING STICK PURPORTED TO HAVE BEEN OWNED BY SIR WILLIAM BEATTY, ENGLISH, EARLY 19TH CENTURY,
with brass tip, gold loop and cap engraved "J.D. obit 1852 Aet.76" on modern wall mount; together with a manuscript written "This cane was on board the "Victory" at the battle of Trafalgar. It belonged to Sir William Beatty a favourite surgeon of Lord Nelson, who gave it to Dr Davis also a naval surgeon, father of the late General Gronon Davis. By him it was given to Mr Webb who now asks Captain Chapman to accept it. Lord Nelson took a fancy to the cane and was in the habit of using it. May 1893". 89cm (35 in long)
Provenance: Captain Chapman and thence by direct family decent.