Decorative Black Sheep by Hanns Peter Krafft for Meier, 1960s

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A very decorative black vintage sheep, designed by Hanns Peter Krafft and manufactured by Krafftmeier, Germany. Probably made in the … Read more A very decorative black vintage sheep, designed by Hanns Peter Krafft and manufactured by Krafftmeier, Germany. Probably made in the 1970s/80s.

This handmade sheep was designed in the 1960s. It is made of carved pinewood with a black sheep's wool covering, leather ears, and plastic eyes. The sheep's hooves have a beautiful, elongated shape. These sheep were often used as advertising items for textile shops, but also as decorative objects in interiors or even as stools.

Dimensions:
Height 24.4" / 62cm ,
Depth 25.2" / 64cm ,
Width 10" / 25,5cm ,
Weight 14.3lbs / 6,5kg . The sheep is in good original condition with a beautiful patina. It shows slight signs of wear and abrasion in the wood. The left front and right rear hoof each has a crack. The leather ears have a patinated finish. The sheep's fur has thinned in places. This piece has an attribution mark,
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