Starting in the 16th Century, canes and walking sticks became extremely popular, first among royalty and nobility, and by the 19th and 20th Centuries having worked their way down to the middle classes as a symbol of status. This cane appears Germanic in origin, with an "L" shaped, antique ivory grip that is masterfully relief carved with what appears to be the busts of an aurochs bull and a wolf, both fitted with black glass eyes. The handle is joined to the hardwood shaft by a brass band and just below that is a decorative oval design made up of inlaid wire, antique ivory, and contrasting wood, while the tip is dark horn.