Carved ceremonial serpent staff representing the teaching of wisdom and prudence…the snake with open mouth, wire forked tongue and fangs is coiled around the haft surmounted with gilt orb.
Item Date: 1875-1900
Measurement: Height: 67"
Material: Turned and carved wood, paint, and wire.
Item Condition: Excellent
Reference: See Mystery and Benevolence – Masonic and Off Fellows Folk Art from the Kendra and Allan Daniel Collection, catalog 72 for a closely related example.
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SKU 879-136
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