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Place of Origin: Swiss
Ariosi Wall Vase, Medium, Lagoon Blue, Sandblasted, by Laura Sattin
Located in 1204, CH
“Take life lightly, for lightness is not superficiality, but gliding above things, not having weights on your heart”. It is from this famous phrase by Italo Calvino that the design of “ariosi” vases was born. The lightness of the mouth-blown glass is accentuated by the glass-working technique used, made pouring into the molten glass a component that reacts and in doing so releases gas bubbles. The small bubbles enclosed in the glass create an extremely light and “airy” texture. Each piece is shaped freehand, therefore unique. Mouth-blown glass vase with a bubbly texture, sandblasted and waxed to obtain a satin, smooth and soft surface. It has a 1cm wide hole for hanging it to the wall. This piece has been designed by Laura Sattin...
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2010s Swiss Decorative Objects

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Glass

Willy Guhl Concrete Vase, 1969, Switzerland
By Eternit, Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fantastic concrete vases by Swiss architect Willy Guhl for Eternit. Great tabletop vase or planter in a stunning natural patina. Very unusual shape. Great indoors or outside. Each pl...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Swiss Decorative Objects

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Concrete

Willy Guhl for Eternit Large Rectangle Concrete Outdoor Planter, 1970s, Signed
By Eternit, Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This designer on-trend architectural 25.75" long rectangular concrete planter is by Swiss architect Willy Guhl for Eternit, crafted in the 1970s Switzerland and signed and dated underneath. This special low-profile and rare long sized rectangle-shaped concrete planter has a patinated natural exterior finish and organic aging over decades of UK climate. Excellent planter size for a variety of various uses such as succulents, plants, weeping grass with the planter on a Stand, balcony privacy hedge, or any other outdoor decorative use. Consider using this Willy Guhl Concrete Planter Pot...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Swiss Decorative Objects

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Concrete

Willy Guhl for Eternit Large Rectangle Window / Balcony Concrete Planter, Signed
By Willy Guhl, Eternit
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This designer on-trend architectural 23.5" long rectangular concrete planter is by Swiss architect Willy Guhl for Eternit, crafted in the 1960s and 1970s Switzerland and signed and dated underneath, circa 1968. This special low-profile and rare long sized rectangle-shaped concrete planter has a patinated natural exterior finish and organic aging over decades of UK climate. Excellent planter size for a variety of various uses such as succulents, plants, weeping grass with the planter on a stand, window or balcony privacy hedge, or any other outdoor decorative use. Consider using this Willy Guhl Concrete Planter Pot in a Architectural, Postmodern, Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Danish modern garden, yard or penthouse apartment balcony but could also look fantastic in a Contemporary or Zen / Minimalism setting. Also consider mixing it up in a Traditional, Transitional, Classical or Art Deco space with a splash of juxtaposition. Would also be an apt choice in a commercial project such as an outdoor hotel lobby lounge or members club, creative design studio or high-rise executive office balcony. MEASUREMENTS: H 6.875" x W 23.5" x D 6.875" CONDITION: Sturdy and structurally sound. Has beautiful antiquing and patina throughout from decades of organic aging which can include minor chipping, stains or other blemishes however this lightly distressed look is common, expected and desirable for these early production originals. Some examples may display light...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Swiss Decorative Objects

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Concrete

Willy Guhl for Eternit Large Rectangle Concrete Outdoor Handle Planter
By Willy Guhl, Eternit
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This designer on-trend architectural 27.5" long rectangular concrete planter is by Swiss architect Willy Guhl for Eternit, crafted circa 1...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Swiss Decorative Objects

Materials

Concrete

Antique Swiss Arts & Crafts Brown Green Blue White Thoune Enamel Ceramic Jug
By Thoune
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th century Arts & Crafts Majolica art pottery jug, made by the Swiss factory Thun/Thoune, circa 1910s. This jug, entirely handcrafted and hand-painted, is decorated with a modern Eastern accent...
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Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Swiss Decorative Objects

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Earthenware, Majolica

19th Century Swiss Black Forest Carved Thatched Roof Cottage Box
Located in Stamford, CT
Fantastic and rare example of Black Forest folk art, a tour de force of carving by a master woodworker. This lift top box in the form of a thatched cottage has many wonderful details...
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Late 19th Century Black Forest Antique Swiss Decorative Objects

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Walnut

19th century pair of horticultural Black Forest figures, circa 1850
Located in Central England, GB
19th Century Pair of Antique Horticultural Black Forest Figures These very fine examples are of exhibition quality. Their scale, modelling, and superb artistry of carving are rare and difficult to find on the open market. They depict two rural figures and are of a large scale. The first is an 18th century male gardener dressed in typical European costume walking through trees and foliage whilst pushing a rustic wheelbarrow into which he is collecting cut flowers. The second figure in this remarkable pair is a flower girl who is also dressed in a typical period style, and she is carrying an assortment of woven baskets that are full of cut flowers. She is on her way to the market to set out her stall and sell her wares. She is depicted on a rural hillside heavily laden and carrying a tall stick...
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19th Century Antique Swiss Decorative Objects

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Wood

19th Century Pair of Black Forest Carved Figures in the Form of Ibex and Chamois
Located in Central England, GB
A Pair of Black Forest Carved Figures in the form of Ibex and Chamois This late 19th century Black Forest pair of finely carved linden wood figure...
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Late 19th Century Antique Swiss Decorative Objects

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Wood

Vintage Movado Ermeto Travel Clock
By Movado
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A pretty Movado Ermeto travel clock with a lizard skin covered case. In working condition, the movement is wound by opening and closing the case, sliding...
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20th Century Swiss Decorative Objects

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Metal

19th Century Carved 'Black Forest' Drinks Cabinet on Stand
Located in London, GB
A magnificent 'Black Forest' carved Drinks cabinet on stand Hand-carved from Lindenwood, the drinks box of D-end shape carved in exquisite high relief...
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19th Century Black Forest Antique Swiss Decorative Objects

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Glass, Wood

Very Early 19th Century Engine Turned Silver Gilt Musical Snuff Box
Located in London, GB
A very early 19th century and fine engine turned silver gilt musical snuffbox. The case stamped F.M. and with early 19th century Swiss export marks and European import marks. Comb bar stamped C.Z bedplate C6. Serial number 147. The cylinder movement with three train weighted escape, 23 part sectional comb with all teeth in pairs, comb bar and fitting screws blued, engraved in script in bedplate verso- 'Jn. Pre. Desire, A Geneva, fecit, an 1813'. Playing a complex single air, in the small superbly engine tooled case...
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1810s Antique Swiss Decorative Objects

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Silk

Willy Guhl for Eternit Concrete Planters
By Willy Guhl
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of concrete Willy Guhl planters by Swiss architect Willy Guhl for Eternit, circa 1968.
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Late 20th Century Modern Swiss Decorative Objects

Materials

Concrete

Antique Black Forest Hand-Carved Deer or Elk Head Wall Plaque or Sculpture
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This well executed antique wall sculpture is unsigned, but presumed to have been done in Switzerland in approximately 1890 in the period Black F...
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Late 19th Century Black Forest Antique Swiss Decorative Objects

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Softwood

Edouard Marcel Sandoz Swiss Langenthal Porcelain Lying Rabbit Figure, 1948
By Edouard-Marcel Sandoz
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A fine Art Deco Swiss Langenthal porcelain model of a lying rabbit designed by Edouard Marcel Sandoz and made in 1948. The porcelain rabbit is ha...
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1940s Art Deco Vintage Swiss Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Swiss Black Forest Carved Wooden Planter Box / Jardinière, circa 1895
Located in Evergreen, CO
Elegant from every angle, this beautiful wooden planter box (or jardinière in French) features elaborate carvings over a lattice background. The fro...
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Late 19th Century Black Forest Antique Swiss Decorative Objects

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Wood

19th Century Swiss Black Forest Carving of a Stag and Tree Nut Dish
Located in Stamford, CT
Sweet little Black Forest carving of a stag standing near a pine tree next to a brass lined nut or candy dish. Some writing bottom front in white is too worn for me to make out, prob...
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Late 19th Century Black Forest Antique Swiss Decorative Objects

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Walnut

Handmade and Painted Diorama Figures of a Village Farm Scene, Christmas Decor
Located in valatie, NY
Handmade and Hand Painted Diorama Figures of a Village Farm Scene, Christmas Decoration. Eleven piece diorama with a pastoral scene of animals, people and trees. Includes: a bull, sh...
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Early 20th Century Swiss Decorative Objects

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Paper

Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Master Carving of a "Cow and Calf."
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique late 19th century swiss master carving of a "Cow and Calf." Signed, "Interlaken, Suisse.".
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Late 19th Century Antique Swiss Decorative Objects

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Wood

Rare Circa 1920’s Woman’s Rolex Watch Box Presentation Case
By Rolex
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This vintage 1920’s intricate designed pressboard watch box is in excellent condition and is made with meticulous craftsmanship. Beautifully embossed top, reminiscent of tooled leath...
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1920s Vintage Swiss Decorative Objects

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Leather, Wood

Large Size & Great Quality Carved Jewelry, Treasure or Collecting Box / Casket
Located in Lisse, NL
A beautiful and top condition antique black forest jewelry box, carved on all sides. This rare and large jewelry box makes a beautiful accessory for a lady with an eye for fine arts. It is a very well fine carved gem and highly practical with a good working lock and key. The detailed leafs, branches and flowers on top and the marvelous blue...
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Late 19th Century Black Forest Antique Swiss Decorative Objects

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Brass

Black Forest 1890s Carved Wooden Bear Standing on a Circular Base
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Black Forest carved wooden sculpture from the late 19th century, depicting a bear standing on a circular base. Created during the last decade of the 19th century, this Black Forest sculpture features a bear standing on his rear legs and holding a staff in his left paw. Raised on a circular base with carved rocks and flowers, this Black Forest carved wooden bear...
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Late 19th Century Black Forest Antique Swiss Decorative Objects

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Wood

Antique Hand Carved Oak & Walnut Swiss Barometer w. Hunting Gear & Hound Carving
Located in Lisse, NL
Fabulous antique Black Forest wall barometer and thermometer. This good size and finest quality carved barometer could be the perfect Black Forest antique to grace your home or lodge. The details in all of the hunting related sculptures reveal the workmanship of the artisan who created this one of a kind 'wall plaque barometer'. The oval wall plaque itself is made of solid oak and all of the finely carved hunting gear and dog are all hand carved out of solid nutwood. Have you also noticed the hanging bird prey underneath the perfectly carved hunter's hat and next to the rifle and hunting bag? For an artist to be able to hand-carve all these hunting elements in such details and with such perfection is something that never ceases to amaze us. What makes this particular antique even more special is the fact that, after one hundred years, it still is in mint condition. With a perfect working barometer...
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Early 20th Century Black Forest Swiss Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Willy Guhl for Eternit Rectangle Concrete Outdoor Planter, 1970s, Signed
By Eternit, Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This designer on-trend architectural 23.75" long rectangular concrete planter is by Swiss architect Willy Guhl for Eternit, crafted in the 1970s Switzerland and signed and dated unde...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Swiss Decorative Objects

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Concrete

Swiss 19th Century Dry Measure Pantry Box
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This dry grain measure is a handsome culinary antique. Beautifully aged wood with patinated hand forged iron banding provides this piece with deep character. It has an abundance of i...
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19th Century Other Antique Swiss Decorative Objects

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Wood

Antique Swiss Wood-Carving, Family of Cows, Circa 1880-1900
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique Swiss carved Family of cows, Circa 1880-1900. Exceptional Art of wood-carving.
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Late 19th Century Antique Swiss Decorative Objects

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Wood

Bucherer Mechanical Pencil Watch
By Bucherer
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A rare 1930's Bucherer pencil watch. It was made by Bucherer for a few different firms including Rolex. This version is in a gold filed case I assume as it is not hallmarked. The watch works and has been keeping pretty good time. Dial is marked C. Bucherer Lucerne...
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1930s Vintage Swiss Decorative Objects

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Gold Plate

Memphis Wall Clock by George Sowden & Nathalie du Pasquier for NEOS Lorenz
By George Sowden, Nathalie du Pasquier
Located in Tilburg, NL
Beautiful black and white wall clock by Memphis group founding members George Sowden and Nathalie du Pasquier. The postmodern design of the Memphis Group was very influential in the ...
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1980s Post-Modern Vintage Swiss Decorative Objects

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Plastic

Black Forest 1900s Carved Wooden Plaque with Chamois Motif, Foliage and Mirror
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Black Forest period carved wooden plaque from the early 20th century, with chamois motif, foliage and petite mirror. Hand-Carved in Switzerland during the early years of the 20th c...
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Early 20th Century Black Forest Swiss Decorative Objects

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Mirror, Wood

Black Forest Carved Candle Holder
By Black Forest
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Black Forest candle holder with tree and standing chamois. Part of the Brienz Collection but not published. In the 1800’s the wood carving industry of Swi...
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19th Century Black Forest Antique Swiss Decorative Objects

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Wood

Black Forest Wooden Carved Begging Dog, Brienz, ca. 1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A whimsical Swiss wood carving. A long hair terrier is begging with his masters hat beside a basket. Handcarved ca. 1900 in Switzerland in the area...
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Early 20th Century Black Forest Swiss Decorative Objects

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Wood

20th Century Pair of Swiss Silver Candlesticks with Native American Indian Heads
Located in Milan, IT
From Switzerland a stunning pair of 20th century silver candlesticks, circular shape, decorated with two lovely cast and applied Native American Indian Heads...
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Early 20th Century Swiss Decorative Objects

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Silver

"Eye" Glazed Ceramic & Glass Sculpture by Pierre Eggli, Switzerland, ca. 1980
Located in Geneva, CH
Unique glazed ceramic and glass sculpture "Eye" by Pierre Eggli, Switzerland ca. 1980s Signed engraved on the base Measure: Diameter 28 cm Very good condition.
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1980s Vintage Swiss Decorative Objects

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Ceramic, Glass

Mappin & Webb Agate and Gilded Brass Art Deco Style Desk Clock
By Mappin & Webb
Located in Long Beach, CA
Factory / house: Mappin & Webb Style / reference: Art Deco / Agate stone Easel desk clock Movement / caliber: 15 Jewels Swiss Made / eight days / manual...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Swiss Decorative Objects

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Agate

Black Forest Carved Bear with Pen Inkwell
By Black Forest
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Walking bear pen holder and inkwell. Published in "Black Forest Bears and Swiss Woodcarvings," plate 92a. Book included. In the 1800’s the wood carving industry of Switzerland started in the town of Brienz. By the end of the 1800’s it had become the driving force for this industry. Swiss wood carvers became world renown and featured at many international exhibitions. Period: 1900 Origin: Switzerland Size: 4" H x 7" W Family Owned & Operated Cisco’s Gallery deals in the rare, exceptional, and one-of-a-kind pieces that define the history of America and the Old West. Our pieces range from American Indian to Cowboy Western and include original items of everyday life, commerce, art, and warfare that tamed America’s frontier. Our 14,000 square foot gallery opened in 1996 in beautiful Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Personal Service Cisco’s operates on old fashioned values – honesty and integrity, and all of our items are backed by our money back guarantee. We appreciate the opportunity to earn your business. Whether you desire assistance with a jewelry purchase, choosing a gift, identification, or even selling – we hope to be your trusted source. Black Forest, Brienz Collection, Carvings, Bears, Inkwells, Desk Accessories...
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19th Century Black Forest Antique Swiss Decorative Objects

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Wood

Art Nouveau Mahogany Balloon Clock
By Buren
Located in Norwich, GB
Art Nouveau mahogany mantel clock Art Nouveau balloon clock standing on a raised plinth and resting on four bun feet in a fine mahogany case with br...
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Early 1900s Antique Swiss Decorative Objects

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Mahogany

Swiss Gold and Enamel Musical Vinaigrette
Located in New Orleans, LA
A musical movement distinguishes this wonderful early 19th-century gold vinaigrette box. The vessel is covered in delicate engraving highlighted by bl...
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19th Century Neoclassical Antique Swiss Decorative Objects

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Metal

Antique & Beveled Wall Mirror in a Top Quality Hand Carved Eagle Sculpture 1800s
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare and beautifully hand carved eagle sculpture on a crescent moon design mirror. If you are appreciative of rare and sculptural antiques then this Swiss Black Forest wall mirror could be exactly what you are looking for. The quality in both the details and the patination (or coloring) of this wooden eagle...
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19th Century Black Forest Antique Swiss Decorative Objects

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Mirror, Wood

Black Forest Carved Dog Inkwell
By Black Forest
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Swiss carved black Forest shaggy dog inkwell with pen holder. In the 1800’s the wood carving industry of Switzerland started in the town of Brienz. By the ...
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19th Century Black Forest Antique Swiss Decorative Objects

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Wood

Chinoiserie Decorated Mantel Clock
Located in Norwich, GB
Chinoiserie decorated mantel clock Chinoiserie decorated mantel clock housed in a shaped case with raised Chinoiserie decoration on a red g...
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1920s Other Vintage Swiss Decorative Objects

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Wood

Black Forest Carved Walnut & Polychromed 'Three Bears' Bench
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Black Forest carved walnut & polychromed 'Three Bears' bench Inspired by "The Story of the Three Bears" by Robert Southey. An exceptional example, realistically carved and modeled, with sparse polychrome decoration. Consisting of three parts, Poppa Bear...
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20th Century Black Forest Swiss Decorative Objects

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Walnut

Art Deco Langenthal Ceramic Vase with Geometrical Design
By Suisse Langenthal
Located in Weiningen, CH
Art Deco Langenthal ceramic vase with geometrical design.
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Swiss Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Black Forest Carved Bear with Pen Inkwell
By Black Forest
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Swiss bear with log pen rest and inkwell. Published in "Black Forest Bears and Swiss Woodcarvings," plate 93a. Book included. In the 1800’s the wood carving...
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19th Century Black Forest Antique Swiss Decorative Objects

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Wood

Swiss Concrete Ball Planters, 1960s
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Concrete Swiss ball planters in the style of Willy Guhl. Great patina to each planter. Great for indoors or outside. Priced individually. Other sizes av...
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1960s Vintage Swiss Decorative Objects

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Concrete

Willy Guhl for Eternit Rectangle Concrete Outdoor Handle Planter, circa 1968
By Eternit, Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This designer on-trend architectural rectangular concrete planter is by Swiss architect Willy Guhl for Eternit, crafted circa 1968 Switzer...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Swiss Decorative Objects

Materials

Concrete

Willy Guhl for Eternit Rectangle Concrete Outdoor Handle Planter, circa 1968
By Eternit, Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This designer on-trend architectural 23.5" long rectangular concrete planter is by Swiss architect Willy Guhl for Eternit, crafted circa 1...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Swiss Decorative Objects

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Concrete

Black Forest Carved Ink Stand with Fox and Inkwells, Brienz, Switzerland c. 1880
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Black Forest Carved Inkstand, naturalistically hand-carved of solid linden wood, with the central figure of a fox among a rootwork base simulating a forest floor, with two tree stump...
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19th Century Black Forest Antique Swiss Decorative Objects

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Walnut

Jaeger-LeCoultre Alarm Clock
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Norwich, GB
Jaeger -LeCoultre Alarm clock Fine quality gold plated strut case with raised engine turned ‘swirl’ effect rectangle holding the oval dial with baton m...
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1970s Vintage Swiss Decorative Objects

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Onyx

Finest Quality, Antique Hand Carved Nutwood Swiss Black Forest Beggar Sculpture
Located in Lisse, NL
Museum quality and very good condition, Swiss fine art sculpture. For the collectors of the rarest and best quality antiques only we also have this museum worthy, wooden sculpture of a beggar. This simply can only be the work of a master carver, because to be able to create these details and this much realism takes a god given talent and a lifetime of experience. With the anatomy, the posture AND the balance of this aged beggar in Medieval clothing...
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19th Century Gothic Revival Antique Swiss Decorative Objects

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Nutwood

Large & Stunning Mid-Century Modern Work of Art Bronze Vase w. Female Sculptures
Located in Lisse, NL
Unique, aesthetically special and meaningful work of art. This one of a kind and large bronze vase is another one of our recent great finds. We purchased this incredibly well made w...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Swiss Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Three-Tone Gold Oval Enamel Snuff Box
Located in New York, NY
Three-tone gold oval enamel snuff box with with repoussé gold work of musical instruments Enamel plaque center Circa late 18th century - early 19th century, Switzerland Weight: 76...
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Late 18th Century Antique Swiss Decorative Objects

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Gold

19th Century Swiss Carved 'Black Forest' Cattle Group
Located in London, GB
A black forest cattle group Carved in lindenwood, the naturalistically carved swiss cow, calf and bull stand on an elliptical base of grass and rocky outc...
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19th Century Black Forest Antique Swiss Decorative Objects

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Wood

Swiss Brienz Black Forest Hand-Carved Wood Bear Pipe Tobacco Holder Stand
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Black Forest hand-carved linden-wood hand-carved pipe tobacco holder stand also have seen examples of it used as a decanter or liqueur Stand with the holders being used for shot or small glasses. Modeled as hiking bear with walking stick...
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Early 20th Century Black Forest Swiss Decorative Objects

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Wood

Swiss 19th Century Dry Measure Pantry Box
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This dry grain measure is a large, handsome culinary antique. Beautifully aged wood with patinated hand forged iron banding provides this piece with deep character.    
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19th Century Other Antique Swiss Decorative Objects

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Wood

Art Deco Period Table Clock
By Mersman
Located in Newport Beach, CA
A stylish, large, looping table clock from Swiss maker, Mersmann. The rectangular time piece reading "8 Days" and "Swiss", at the bottom center of the Roman numeral, hour designation...
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1920s Vintage Swiss Decorative Objects

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Onyx

Antique Swiss Arts & Crafts Brown Green Blue Thoune Majolica Note/Match Holder
By Thoune
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th century Arts & Crafts Majolica art pottery rare note/match holder, made by the Swiss factory Thun / Thoune, circa 1910s. This note/match holder, entirely handcrafted and hand-painted, is decorated with a modern Eastern accent...
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Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Swiss Decorative Objects

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Earthenware, Majolica

A Rare Antique Swiss Gold & Enamel Jewelled Vinaigrette Box Late 18th C
Located in London, GB
Thanks for looking at this superb object of vertu. This box is in the form of a boat, the cover and base of translucent blue enamel on a peacock-feather engine-turned ground, the cover further enamelled with a variety of sea shells on a grass bank in bright colours of red, pink, yellow, green, blue etc. All around the cover and the base there are 64 emerald cabochons set in as a decorative border. The sides are covered in blue enamel with a gold chequered design with a white enamel border all the way around the corners of the base. The curved shape grille is expertly pierced and bright-cut with foliage. The overall condition is faultless it opens and closes effortlessly and the very important enamel is in perfect order no excuses and has never suffered any restoration. The box is stamped with a makers mark in the base but we have never looked up the maker please look at the images and see for yourself. This is a very good example of a solid gold Box...
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1780s Antique Swiss Decorative Objects

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Gold

Willy Guhl for Eternit Large Rectangle Concrete Outdoor Planter, 1968, Signed
By Eternit, Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This designer on-trend architectural rectangular concrete planter is by Swiss architect Willy Guhl for Eternit, crafted in 1968 Switzerlan...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Swiss Decorative Objects

Materials

Concrete

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