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A striking late 19th century Swiss Black Forest Gothic Revival wall rack featuring carved walnut construction and hand-forged wrought iron …
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A striking late 19th century Swiss Black Forest Gothic Revival wall rack featuring carved walnut construction and hand-forged wrought iron hooks. The piece is richly decorated with traditional Alpine chip carving, turned spindle galleries, and three tall Gothic finials that give the rack strong architectural presence.
Originally intended as a pipe or smoking rack, the five projecting iron hooks also make it ideal as a hall rack for hats, walking sticks, or decorative hanging storage. The combination of carved woodwork and hand-forged iron is characteristic of Black Forest carving workshops in Switzerland and Southern Germany during the late Victorian period.
The generous scale and symmetrical design make this a particularly decorative wall piece suitable for a study, lodge, hallway, or rustic interior.
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- Dimensions
- 44ʺW × 5.75ʺD × 23ʺH
- Styles
- Gothic
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- Switzerland
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Walnut
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Good antique condition with age-appropriate wear. Minor surface wear and patina consistent with late 19th century use. Iron hooks retain … moreGood antique condition with age-appropriate wear. Minor surface wear and patina consistent with late 19th century use. Iron hooks retain original hand-forged texture and oxidation. Structurally solid and ready to hang. less
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