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RARE ORIGINAL CARVED BLACK FOREST "WALKING BEAR"
Probably Swiss, circa 1920
Retaining original glass black eyes
9 3/8" H x …
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RARE ORIGINAL CARVED BLACK FOREST "WALKING BEAR"
Probably Swiss, circa 1920
Retaining original glass black eyes
9 3/8" H x 5 1/8" D x 16 1/8" W
A finely carved Black Forest bear, depicted mid-stride with mouth agape and detailed fur throughout, retaining its original glass eyes. Finished with a rich, dark stain, the figure captures the naturalistic vitality characteristic of late 19th- and early 20th-century Swiss carving. The undersides of the feet are twice marked "XIV".
Condition:
Numerous shrinkage cracks throughout the wooden body. Wear to the original finish, more notably on the raised elements and fur.
ref. 503MYK05P
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- Dimensions
- 16.13ʺW × 5.13ʺD × 9.38ʺH
- Styles
- Black Forest
- Art Subjects
- Animals
- Period
- 1920s
- Country of Origin
- Switzerland
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Numerous shrinkage cracks throughout the wooden body. Wear to the original finish, more notably on the raised elements and fur. Numerous shrinkage cracks throughout the wooden body. Wear to the original finish, more notably on the raised elements and fur. less
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