Walking Stick/Cane, Parroting Advice
For this stick I used an antique bronze parrot that I imported from England. The Parrot was manufactured in the late 1800s or early 1900s. The late, great Will Rodgers was an incredible man with a brilliant mind. I ran across this sound bit of advice many years ago and thought it was worthy of being carved into this one inch oak shaft. "Live in such a way that you would not be ashamed of selling your parrot to the town gossip" Shaft Material: Oak Handle Material: Bronze Length: 39 inches
Features
- handle
Type
- wood
Material
- oak
Meet the Maker
Michael Altom
QuotableWalkingStick
I retired from the USAF after 28 years and now I make canes, walking sticks, jewelry and art pieces full time. The Quotable Walking Stick is a concept that I started. I find rare, unusual, and/or antique items to make into walking stick handles. Then I find an appropriate quote from literature, movies, music or elsewhere that I feel compliments the user.
Quotes have always been an important part of my life. It is comforting to know that others we admire think along the same lines as we do. I hope you will find one that speaks to you.
Customer Reviews
Susan Van Loan
Apr 17, 2020Absolutely love the beauty and quality of the walking stick! Every expectation was not only met, but exceeded.
Lydia Mastalski
Oct 23, 2019Loved it, was a big hit! Would definitely work with him again !
Amanda Clark
May 6, 2019My father-in-law's birthday was fastly approaching and I felt as if I couldn't come up with gift idea that was equally beautiful and useful. Until I stumbled upon Micheal's work. I got lucky! Not only is his work truly stunning, you have the option to pick a "quote" that has meaning to you or to whomever is receiving the gift. How thoughtful is that?! I knew I finally found the perfect gift. Michael was very responsive and timely and just an overall joy to work with.
Kitty Kreith
Mar 5, 2019We could not be happier with Cory's walking stick. He loves it. Thanks for making it so special by helping me and adding your own thoughts. As I said we will be sharing your work everywhere we go. Thanks again...... for everything. Kitty
Cole Rutherford
Dec 20, 2018Michael is the best. Plain and simple.
