Trout Handle Fisherman's Pole by Des Baker

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Des Baker carved antler/bone fisherman's pole, the handle as a leaping trout, engraved detail, stained highlights, metal fitting to the long pole, used by anglers to assess the underfoot conditions as they wade out. The handle with maker's initials, length 153.5 cm.

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