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Chinese Painted Bamboo Walking Stick, c. 1850

About the Item

This 19th-century walking stick from northern China is comprised of a length of thin bamboo that has been steamed and bent into a hook shape. The bamboo segments are painted in alternating red and black colors, a combination that represents qi, the balance of yin and yang energies.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 37.25 in (94.62 cm)Width: 6.75 in (17.15 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1850
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Chicago, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: NN133C1stDibs: LU820023012982
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