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Japanese Old Wood Carving Bear 1930s-1950s/Vintage Figurine Sculpture Folk Art
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
It is a wooden folk craft in the shape of a bear. Mainly manufactured in Hokkaido. It is a wood
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Late 20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Japanese Old Wood Carving Bear 1930s-1950s/Vintage Figurine Sculpture Folk Art
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
It is a wooden folk craft in the shape of a bear. Mainly manufactured in Hokkaido. It is a wood
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Late 20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Small Black Forrest Carving of a Bear, 19th Century
Located in Doylestown, PA
A small antique wood carving of a bear on all fours, Black Forest region, nicely modeled, circa
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Antique 19th Century German Black Forest Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Walnut

Hand Carved Wood Bear Head Nutcracker Brienz Switzerland
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Hand Carved Wood Bear Head Nutcracker Brienz, Switzerland A wooden carved nutcracker with a bear
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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Black Forest Wood Carved Brienz Bear Statue Desktop Accessory German Antique
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic 1890s black forest Brienz wood carved desktop accessory in form of a Bear. Nice addition to
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Antique 1890s German Black Forest Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Chinese 1900 Qing Dynasty Bodhisattva Altar Temple-Pagoda In Wood And Carvings
Located in Miami, FL
, circa late 19th to early 20th century. This is a beautiful, oversized and monumental carving of a
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Antique 1890s Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Ivory

19Thc Hand Carved Bear
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19Thc Hand carved bear on a wood base in very good condition.
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Antique 1880s American Adirondack Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

19Thc Hand Carved Bear
19Thc Hand Carved Bear
H 5.25 in W 7 in D 4 in
Carved Wood Ainu Bear with Baby and Fish, Hokkaido, Japan, Keyaki, Showa Period
Located in Point Richmond, CA
of Keyaki wood, this bear flashes a ferocious expression or roar of triumph for landing a fish, with
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20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

19th Century Black Forest Carved Bear Motif Wood Box with Swing-Out Compartment
Located in Cincinnati, OH
charming antique bear motif wood box would be a wonderful addition to a collection of fine Black Forest
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Antique Late 19th Century German Black Forest Sculptures and Carvings

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Glass, Wood

19th Century Black Forest Carved Bear Hall Stand, Three Bears Coat Stand
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Forest we have three bears, the mother bellowing from below, to the largest cub who has climbed to the
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Antique Late 19th Century German Black Forest Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Hand Carved Sculpture of Bears
Located in Los Angeles, CA
of wood or one log. The bottom is a plank of wood. The large bear has a carved wood fish in its mouth
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Vintage 1930s American Adirondack Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Hand Carved Sculpture of Bears
Hand Carved Sculpture of Bears
H 14 in W 7 in D 7 in
mid century modern hand sculpted solid oak Impressionist bear
By Austin Enterprises
Located in Allentown, PA
This is a mid century hand carved solid oak figure of a bear. This modern impressionist sculpture
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Large antique 19th century Victorian quality carved Black Forest bear
Located in Ipswich, GB
Large antique 19th century Victorian quality carved Black Forest bear in a seated position, with
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Antique Early 19th Century Victorian Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Black Forest Carved Bear Whip Holder or Wall Hook, Antique German 1890s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic 1890s black forest Brienz wood carved Bear as a Whip Holder or Wall Hook. Nice addition to
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Antique 1890s German Black Forest Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Hand Carved Black Forest Bear Spirit Decanter, Swiss, Circa 1920
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A rare & amusing hand carved Lindenwood figure of a seated bear encasing its original glass liner
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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Glass

Black Forest Carving "The Hunter" Attributed to Johann Huggler
By Black Forest
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
opened the Swiss wood carving school in Brienz, ca. 1870, where all the carvers learned the craft to
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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Sculptures and Carvings

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Walnut

Set of Two Victorian Hand Carved & Hand Painted Black Forest Bear Figures
Located in High Wycombe, GB
Set of Two Victorian Hand Carved & Hand Painted Black Forest Bear Figures Befit With Beaded Eyes
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Antique 19th Century German Late Victorian Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Carved Wood Māori Wahaika Club New Zeland
Located in Atlanta, GA
. The surface of this particular wood Wahaika features deep relief carving of linear scrolling triple
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Early 20th Century New Zealand Tribal Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Gilded lacquered wood sculpture depicting Buddha Burma
Located in Milano, IT
, elongated from a lifetime of wearing heavy jewelry as a prince, bear testimony to his humble beginnings. His
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Antique 19th Century Burmese Anglo-Indian Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Large Antique Southeast Asian Painted Wood Buddha Statue
Located in Los Angeles, CA
figure is solid wood painted red with gilded highlights. Bhumisparsha translates into 'touching the
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20th Century Southeast Asian Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Paint

Carved and Painted Wood Architectural Element in the Form of a Mask "Green Man"
Located in Stamford, CT
A carved and painted wood "Green Man" mask from a facade of a mansion near Seattle, late 19th
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Antique 1890s American Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Shan Burmese Lacquered and Gilt Wood Buddha, Ava Period, 18th Century
Located in Austin, TX
single block of wood, lacquered and gilt, the immensely serene figure is portrayed seated upon a raised
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Antique Mid-18th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

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Teak

Mid-Century Swedish Outsiders Art "Eve and the Serpent" Sculpture in Wood
Located in Stockholm, SE
bears witness to the forbidden allure of the Garden of Eden. Crafted in wood-carved oak, stained and
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Oak, Paint

Pair of Hand Painted Wooden Kokeshi Dolls, circa 1940
Located in Barcelona, ES
Style: Japanese Kokeshi Dolls Material: Wood Experience the enchanting artistry of Japanese
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Vintage 1940s Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

19th century antique wooden Burmese Buddha temple in Mandalay style
Located in DEVENTER, NL
artistic heritage of Burma. Crafted from wood, it stands at a height of 56 cm and measures 38.8 cm in width
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Antique 19th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

19th century antique wooden Burmese Buddha temple in Mandalay style
19th century antique wooden Burmese Buddha temple in Mandalay style
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H 22.05 in W 15.28 in D 11.23 in
Japanese Peanuts Netsuke
Located in PARIS, FR
Wood netsuke of three peanuts. A naturalistic grouping, dark stained. An ivory plug may bear a
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Japanese Peanuts Netsuke
Japanese Peanuts Netsuke
H 1.58 in W 1.7 in D 1.58 in
18th century antique wooden Burmese Buddha statue in Bhumisparsha Mudra
Located in DEVENTER, NL
weight of 5.08 kgs, it bears the testament of its age and craftsmanship. Originating from Burma, it
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Antique 18th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Thai Polychrome Dancer Figure, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Southeast Asian statuary. Comprised of polychromed wood with lacquer and mixed-media elements, the figure is
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Early 20th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Balinese Carved Wooden Portrait of a Girl in Headdress
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
sandal wood, and is well carved with good detail portraying the bear busted girl wearing a large Balinese
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Mid-20th Century Balinese Mid-Century Modern Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Balinese Carved Wooden Portrait of a Girl in Headdress
Balinese Carved Wooden Portrait of a Girl in Headdress
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H 13 in W 8.47 in D 4.14 in
19th Century Black Forest Carved Dinner Gong
By Black Forest
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
carved climbing bear. Very neat and unique piece of Black Forest work. Genuine and authentic. Period
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Early 20th Century Swiss Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Antique Rustic Hand Carved 19th Century Northern Thai Cylindrical Pole Sculpture
Located in Yonkers, NY
side and two round perforations. Constructed from wood, the pole bears a natural patina, adding an
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Antique 19th Century Thai Tribal Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Antique circa 1880 Super Rare Black Forest Hand Carved and Painted Whip Hook
By Black Forest
Located in GB
made Black Forest wood, whip hooks which has the original paint This is a fine example that I have
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Antique 1880s Swiss Black Forest Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

19th Century Chinese Carved Ancestor Figure
Located in Southampton, NY
19th century Chinese carved Ancestor figure This carved figure bears the likeness of one of its
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Chinese Carved and Lacquered Figure of Zhenwu, Qing Dynasty, 19th century, China
Located in Austin, TX
A powerful Chinese figure of the Taoist diety Zhenwu (Xuanwu), carved and lacquered wood with
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Hardwood

Fine and Monumental Pair of Carved and Painted Devotional Supplicants
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A striking pair of very decorative and serene Carved Wood Kneeling Supplicants in bold red paint
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20th Century Thai Anglo Raj Sculptures and Carvings

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Glass, Wood

Chinese Polychrome Seated Ancestor Figure, C. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
figure was carefully hand-carved and painted to bear the likeness of one of its original owner's
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Chinese Polychrome Seated Ancestor Figure, C. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
was carefully hand-carved and painted to bear the likeness of one of its original owner's important
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Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Chinese Gilt Ancestor Figure, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
wooden ancestor figure bears the likeness of one of its original owner's important forebears. The figure
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Lacquer

Chinese Gilt Ancestor Figure, c. 1900
Chinese Gilt Ancestor Figure, c. 1900
H 8.75 in W 4.5 in D 3.5 in
Antique Black Forest Mirror with Rustic Bear Carvings, ca. 1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Antique black forest mirror with rustic bear carvings ca. 1900 A large crescent vanity mirror in a
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Early 20th Century German Black Forest Table Mirrors

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Wood

Henry Hunt (1923-1985) First Nations Bear Carving Mask
Located in Garnerville, NY
Authentic First Nations wood carved mask by master carver, Henry Hunt (1923-1985). This hand carved
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Vintage 1970s Canadian Native American Native American Objects

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Pine

Pair of Swiss 19th Century Bear Carvings from the Black Forest
Located in London, GB
A pair of miniature black forest bear carvings Constructed using linden wood, the animals
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Antique 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Sculptural Dining Chairs in Black Lacquered Wood with Decorative Carvings
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining chairs, lacquered wood, France, 1970s Crafted with unparalleled artistry, these dining
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Vintage 1970s French Dining Room Chairs

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Wood

Late 15th Century Polychrome Wood Carving Depicting the Nativity
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
. This wood carving is the work of a very skilled and inventive artist. The piece bears witness to his
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Dutch Gothic Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Ainun Black Bear Hand Carved Wood Sculpture with Glass Eyes
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A traditional Ainu bear carving typically depicts a black bear with stylized features, often
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Antique Early 1900s Neoclassical Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Swiss Brienz Black Forest Hand-Carved Wood Grizzly Bear
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Black Forest hand-carved linden-wood hand-carved grizzly bear with glass eyes and enamel painted
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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Black Forest Linden Wood Carved Swiss Bear Glass Eyes
By Black Forrest
Located in Cheltenham, GB
Black Forest Linden wood naturalistically carved strolling bear with original glass eyes
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Antique 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Animal Sculptures

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Softwood

20th century, Black Forest Brienz Hand Carved Wood bench with Bears
Located in IT
20th century, Black Forest Brienz Hand Carved Wood bench with Bears This particular bench, made
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20th Century Swiss Rustic Benches

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Wood

Cute Black Forest Carved Wood Bear Match Box Holder with Ashtray Brienz
By Black Forest, Brienz Switzerland
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
craftsmanship regarding its fine carving, dating back to approximately 1880. Carved from linden wood with a
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Antique 1880s German Victorian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Wood

Linden Wood Black Forest Bear Hall Tree, circa 1900 Attributed to Seilar-Brawant
Located in Evergreen, CO
An excellent example of turn of the century Brienz Swiss carving in linden wood. There are many
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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest More Furniture and Collectibles

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Mirror, Wood

Swiss Brienz Black Forest Hand-Carved Wood Bear Pipe Tobacco Holder Stand
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
museum devoted entirely to the art of wood carving may be visited today. Literature; 'Swiss Carvings
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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Very Rare Pair of Original Early 20th Century Black Forest Wood Bear Armchairs
By Black Forrest
Located in GB
carved in Black Forest wood very large Bear armchairs A collectable and signature pair of art
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Vintage 1920s Swiss Black Forest Armchairs

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Wood

A Large Antique 'Black Forest' carved wood Bear Hall Coat Stick Stand Circa 1880
Located in London, GB
wood, this coat stand features three beautifully carved bear figures, showcasing the intricate style of
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Antique 1880s Swiss Coat Racks and Stands

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Wood

Black Forest Carved Bear Bench
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
Black forest bear bench Produced I southern Germany using wood from 'The Black Forest" in southern
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Antique Early 1900s German Black Forest Benches

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Wood

Black Forest Carved Bear Bench
Black Forest Carved Bear Bench
H 32.68 in W 59.06 in D 17.72 in
Carved Wood Family Crests ''Out of a Ducal Coronet, Or, a Bear's Head Ppr."
Located in Dallas, TX
carved, painted, and gilded wood armorial crests / carvings, great faces, lots of personality
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Antique 18th Century English Queen Anne Animal Sculptures

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Wood

19th Century 'Black Forest' Bear
Located in London, GB
to the art of wood carving may be visited today. Literature; 'Swiss Carvings, The Art of the
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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Animal Sculptures

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Wood

19th Century 'Black Forest' Bear
19th Century 'Black Forest' Bear
H 20 in W 28 in D 10.5 in
Swiss Black Forest Eagle Carving 'Taking Flight'
By Black Forest
Located in Newark, England
from Switzerland. The most recogniseable Black Forest carvings are usually bears carved amongst
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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Swiss Black Forest Eagle Carving 'Taking Flight'
Swiss Black Forest Eagle Carving 'Taking Flight'
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H 25 in W 23 in D 23 in
19th Century Black Forest Carved Bear Chair
By Black Forest
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Wood, Bear
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Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Wood

19th Century Black Forest Bear Hall Stand
Located in Miami, FL
19th century Black Forest carved bears hall tree with umbrella stand and original beveled glass
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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Umbrella Stands

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Wood

Black Forest Carved Bear with Pen Inkwell
By Black Forest
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
," plate 93a. Book included. In the 1800’s the wood carving industry of Switzerland started in the town of
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Antique 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Inkwells

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Wood

Black Forest Carved Bear with Pen Inkwell
By Black Forest
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
," plate 92a. Book included. In the 1800’s the wood carving industry of Switzerland started in the town of
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Antique 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Inkwells

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Wood

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Bear Wood Carving For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic bear wood carving available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, cedar and glass, every bear wood carving was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer bear wood carving, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A bear wood carving, designed in the Folk Art, Mid-Century Modern or Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made bear wood carving has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Era Industries and Evelyn & Jerome Ackerman are consistently popular.

How Much is a Bear Wood Carving?

Prices for a bear wood carving can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $68 and can go as high as $77,226, while the average can fetch as much as $950.
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  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are many methods and types of wood carving, including chip, relief, Scandinavian flat-plane, lovespoon, whittling and florentine. Each type uses different tools and can create decorative carvings on both display pieces and furniture. Browse a wide range of carved wood pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A Paete wood carving is a decorative wooden object produced by artisans in Paete, Philippines. In 2005, the village was officially dubbed the Woodcarving Capital of the Philippines due to the intricate sculptures and statues produced there. Shop a variety of wood art from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Jepara wood carving is the intricate wood carving art that comes from the city of Jepara in Indonesia. Artisans typically work with teak wood to create beautiful carved detail and scenes in a piece of furniture. Shop a collection of Jepara wood carvings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Chinese wood carving is a decorative object carved by hand by Chinese artisans out of local wood, such as nanmu, zitan, bomu or yinxing. This form of sculpture is sometimes called mudiao. On 1stDibs, find a range of Chinese wood carvings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Japanese wood carving is an art form in which artists produce intricate figurines and other objects by cutting and shaping blocks of zelkova, camphor or paulownia wood. In Japanese, the artwork is known as inami. Find a selection of Japanese wood carvings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    The difference between carving and sculpture is that carving is a carved object, whereas sculpture is the art of shaping figures or designs — because sculpture can involve adding material (i.e., working with plaster, creating a mold to be cast in bronze), it is considered “additive” versus the “subtractive” act of carving.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In Bali, many different types of woods are used for carving. Some examples include albesia, crocodile wood, rain tree, hibiscus, jackfruit, teak, mahogany and sandalwood. On 1stDibs, you can shop a range of Balinese wood art, furniture and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    What carved wood art is called depends on the type of piece. Three-dimensional pieces created by hand-carving wood are whittlings, while carvings into a flat piece of wood are reliefs. Shop a collection of wood art from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.
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    In Bali, Indonesia, Jackfruit is considered the best wood when it comes to carving. Jackfruit is a medium hardwood, resistant to termite attacks and is easy to polish. You’ll find a variety of Indonesian carvings from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antique carved wood can be identified by how it is made. Antique carvings were done by hand, so nicks and cuts will indicate carvings completed with a plane or knife. In addition, hand-carved wood will not be uniform or have perfect symmetry. Always works with a certified appraiser to determine the exact date and value of an item. Find a variety of antique carved wood furniture and decor on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    What wood is used for African wood carvings varies. Iroko, mahogany and ebony are frequently chosen materials, but artisans may choose to work with whatever wood is available in their local areas. Shop a variety of African wood art from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To tell if wood is hand-carved, first look for small marks in the wood that indicate hand tools were used to cut and shape the material. Hand-carved pieces may also have small irregularities, particularly along curved areas. However, it may be very difficult to tell the difference between machine-worked and hand-carved pieces in some cases. On 1stDibs, shop a range of wood furniture and decorative objects.
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    Carved African wood figurines were typically spiritual in nature and were primarily in human form. The wood figurines were carved using ebony, teak, mahogany and iron wood. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic African wood figurines from some of the world’s top sellers.