Antique Elkington 1863 Equestrian Whip and Stirrup Knife Rests april25 The ends of the mouthpiece

The ends of the mouthpiece pass through slots in the round cheeks

The inside of the horseshoe is decorated with a carved horse's hoof and whip thong

Bolas or boleadoras are a hunting tool or weapon

The long stock or shaft is red brown malacca cane with its characteristic "tear drop" cross section

Antique Elkington 1863 Equestrian Whip and Stirrup Knife Rests april25 The ends of the mouthpieceThese are a pair of silver plated knife rests. They would have been part of an equestrian themed table setting. There is a stirrup on each end supporting a hunting whip. The underside of each whip is stamped with the marks for Elkington and the date letter for 1863. They are in very good condition Measurements of each : 9cm (3") x 3cm (1") x 34cm (1") Weight : 92g (3oz) Ref : Elkington knife rests