Topic: I D for a bit of fun

[Roger H]

Hi all, can anyone identify this cane maker with rather an unusual T shape at the ends of the star points?
   I do know exactly who made the weight but we need to be a bit lighter in our research sometimes to make life enjoyable.
     Regards Roger.

[Nick77]

Can I play?

Nick

[tropdevin]

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Hi Roger

I think the 'T' arises from over-enthusiastic marvering, before the final white layer is added.  There are many, many shapes in canes that arise by accident, but are subsequently described in the most fanciful ways by collectors!

As for this example, it has an air of Harland Ysart about it...

Alan

[KevinH]

I believe Alan is correct.

The cane in question is known as a Paul Ysart cane. The weight is very probably one of the variations of the basic "Mili Fiori" design, (sometimes with a central complex cane including an H centre) as shown in advertising leaflets from the 1970s.

Do I win half the prize for providing the extra info???

[Roger H]

Sorry Nick you are not allowed to give your honest opinion as I know you will be correct.  Yes I still find this an exquisite weight, thank you.
              Roger the dodger.

[Roger H]

Yes Alan the marvering working out is a good explanation of the T shape.     
        Rogeeeeeeer ( oops too much marvering)

[Roger H]

Hi Kev, thats pretty good working out. I believe you have done this investigative work before.
   Another cane to keep you awake.
      Roger rascal

[Roger H]

Here's the whole weight with an "H" cane of course and I love it, thank you.
   You may have part of the prize each, its free vitamin "D" for a healthier life, just walk about in the sunshine tomorrow.
     Regards Roger

[KevinH]

That's a good example of the design.

But you now need one with the large central complex cane which also has a "py" signature in the centre.

[Nick77]

Hi Roger
Have you ever managed to count all the elements in the centre, I think I got to about 170 and lost count.

Nick