19th Century Black Forest Carved Humidor
Located in High Point, NC
19th century hand-carved black forest humidor with a figure of a dog and cat. The cat is atop a
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19th Century Black Forest Carved Humidor
By Black Forest
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Black Forest humidor. Tree trunk style with standing bear on top. Brass ashtray and match holder
Wood
19th Century Black Forest Carved Humidor
Located in High Point, NC
19th century hand-carved humidor in the form of a dog's head. The dog is very whimsical with a hat
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19th Century Black Forest Carved Humidor
Located in High Point, NC
19th century black forest humidor hand-carved in the shape of a dog's head. His hat lifts to reveal
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$1,650
H 6 in W 4.25 in D 4.25 in
Black Forest Carved Humidor in the Form of a Monkey Head Wearing a Cap & Collar
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Black Forest figural carved wood humidor in the form of a monkey's head with a hinged lid carved as
Wood
$4,198Sale Price|30% Off
H 10 in W 18 in D 12.5 in
GERMANY 1870 Black Forest Oversized Cigar Humidor Box In Solid Carved Oak Wood
By Black Forest
Located in Miami, FL
A German cigar humidor box carved in oak wood. This is a fabulous oversized black forest humidor
Bronze
$3,763Sale Price|25% Off
H 19.69 in W 8.67 in D 5.91 in
Rare Humidor 19th Century Eagle Mounted Black Forest Hand Carved Cabinet
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Exquisite & Rare 19th Century Hand Carved Black Forest Humidor Cigar Cabinet Featuring Ornate
Wood
$3,729
H 7.29 in W 8.67 in D 5.32 in
Stunning Original Antique Hand Carved Black Forest Wood Cigar Box Humidor House
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this rather lovely antique original circa 1880 Black Forest Wood
Wood
$3,700
H 18.12 in W 12.21 in D 10.24 in
Antique Black forest Cigar box / Humidor 19th Century carved deer Walnut Swiss
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Rare and impressive, this 19th-century hand-carved Swiss Black Forest cigar box is crafted from
Wood
$1,486
H 10.24 in W 9.85 in D 7.88 in
Rare Swiss Black Forest 19th century cigar box / humidor with dog hand-carved
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
with dense, interlacing floral and foliate motifs characteristic of the finest Black Forest
Wood
$3,833
H 10.24 in W 10.63 in D 8.67 in
Rare Swiss Black Forest 19th century Humidor / Tobacco box Saint Bernard dogs
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
A superb 19th-century Swiss Black Forest humidor, masterfully hand-carved and displaying the rich
Oak
Antique Swiss Black Forest Carved Wood Bear Head Lidded Tobacco Box
Located in San Francisco, CA
expressive face with glass eyes and large snout; most likely from the Black forest area in the Swiss city of
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Rustic Black Forest Carved Bear Humidor
Located in Queens, NY
Rustic Black Forest (19th Cent) carved walnut humidor in the shape of a bear figure standing near
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Rustic Black Forest Humidor Box
Located in Queens, NY
Rustic Black Forest (19thcentury) walnut carved humidor box with faux wood design and smoking motif
Wood, Walnut
$3,495
H 13 in W 8.25 in D 11.75 in
Large Antique Black Forest Brienz Hand Carved Wood Bear Humidor Sculpture
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
approximately 1900 and done in the period Black Forest style. This well executed sculptural humidor is done in
Softwood
$1,022
H 4.73 in W 3.15 in D 3.35 in
Black Forest Carved Wood Figural Humidor Bear Head with Glass Eyes
By Brienz Switzerland
Located in Barntrup, DE
The Black Forest carved wood figural humidor in the shape of a bear head with glass eyes, circa
Metal
$995
H 9 in W 7.5 in D 5.5 in
Antique Hand-Carved Black Forest Tobacco Jar or Humidor & Ashtray with Bears
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
date to approximately 1900 and done in the period Black Forest style. This smoking ensemble is composed
Walnut
$2,643
H 11.5 in W 11 in D 9 in
Antique Black Forest Carved Walnut Tobacco or Cigar Box Humidor Great Poodle Dog
Located in Lisse, NL
Late 19th century, sizeable Swiss black forest table piece. This finely carved Black Forest table
Wood
$3,377
H 13 in W 10.24 in D 6.3 in
Rare large Swiss Black Forest Tobacco box with Chickens 19th century Humidor
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
A charming and finely detailed 19th-century Black Forest–style hand-carved tobacco jar. Entirely
Oak
Rustic Decor Antique Wooden Humidor
Located in Berghuelen, DE
" (24 cm) artfour is an owner-managed trading company dealing in Black Forest woodcarvings, antler
Wood
Rare Cabin Decor Antler Humidor, circa 1890-1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Wiesbaden, Germany in 1825. artfour is an owner-managed trading company dealing in Black Forest
Wood, Antler
Antique Black Forest Humidor
Located in Raleigh, NC
Gorgeous antique Black Forest humidor or cigar box hand-carved from walnut. Lovely deep patina on
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Swiss Black Forest Carved Wooden Bear Humidor from the Early 1900s
Located in Atlanta, GA
object, even without the humidor aspect. Remarkable in its realism, this Swiss black forest carved
Wood
Black Forest Humidor
Located in New Orleans, LA
German hand-carved Black Forest wolf bust humidor.
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H 13 in W 13 in D 25 in
Beautiful Hand-Carved 19th Century Esthetic Black Forest Walnut Rare Humidor Box
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Beautifully Hand-Carved 19th Century Esthetic / Black Forest Walnut Rare Humidor Box.
Wood, Walnut
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H 8.5 in W 11.5 in L 8.5 in
Hand Carved Linden Wood Black Forest Cigar Box Humidor, Swiss, circa 1880
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Hand carved linden wood Black Forest cigar box humidor, Brienz, Switzerland, circa 1880 Jay
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Antique German Black Forest Carved Figural Dog Humidor, Circa 1890's
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique German black forest carved figural dog humidor, Circa 1890's.
Walnut
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H 7.68 in W 6.7 in D 9.26 in
Rare 19th Century Black Forest Wood Cigar Box Humidor with Angry Dog Kennel
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning original circa 1870 Black forest wood carved cigar
Wood
Antique Swiss Black Forest Carved Cigar Chest, Circa 1890
Located in Dallas, TX
Black Forest accessories are highly sought-after for their inherent beauty and meticulous carvings
Wood
Black Forest Foliate Carved and Fitted Cigar Box
Located in Houston, TX
Black Forest fitted cigar box, 19th century, relief oak leaves carved in the top centre the lift
Pair of 19th Century Black Forest Cigar Boxes
Located in Evergreen, CO
. Exquisitely carved birds of prey adorn the lids, each looking in a different direction. Chamois and Ibex goat
Oak
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H 9 in W 12.25 in D 12.25 in
A whimsical antique Black Forest hand carved wood figural tobacco humidor box.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A whimsical antique Black Forest hand carved wood figural tobacco humidor box. Modeled as a dog
Glass, Wood
Humidor
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique Carved Walnut Black Forest Humidor
19th Century Black Forest Carved Humidor
Located in High Point, NC
19th century black forest hand-carved humidor in the shape of a terrier. His hat lifts to reveal
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19th Century Black Forest Carved Dog Humidor
Located in High Point, NC
19th century Black Forest hand-carved humidor in the form of a terrier. His hat lifts to reveal an
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19th Century Black Forest Dog Humidor
Located in High Point, NC
19th century hand-carved Black Forest dog's head humidor. The dog is wearing a hat, which lifts to
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H 8.67 in W 7.09 in D 6.7 in
Swiss Antique 19th Century Black Forest Cat Tobacco Jar Cigar Box Humidor Carved
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Exquisite 19th Century Swiss Black Forest cigar humidor / tobacco jar. Rare unusual model ''2 cats
Wood
19th Century Swiss Black Forest Carved Walnut Cigar Box
Located in Dallas, TX
Crafted in Switzerland circa 1880, the carved cigar box is shaped as a castle tower. The box is
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19th Century Cigar Box Walnut Black Forest
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Beautiful antique cigar box in Black Forest style. The box is made of walnut, with beautiful
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H 6.3 in W 7.29 in D 4.34 in
Antique Swiss Black Forest Owl Cigar Box with Original Tin Lining Hand Carved
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
, the Owl's are some of the most collectable pieces of black forest carved wood. This one is totally
Tin
Antique Black Forest Casket with Antlers Decoration circa 1900s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Antique Black Forest Casket with Antlers Decoration circa 1900s A marvelous rustic wooden casket
Antler, Wood
Black Forest Carved Owl Humidor, circa 1900
Located in High Point, NC
Hand carved humidor in the shape of an owl from Switzerland, circa 1900. The owl's head tilts back
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A Wooden Carved Black Forest Bear Humidor ca. 1900s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A Wooden Carved Black Forest Bear Humidor ca. 1900s Item e7261 Large Black Forest humidor in the
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Nice Wooden Carved Boxer Tobacco Box, Switzerland Ca. 1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
. Handcarved with detailed naturalistic details in the area of Brienz ca. 1900. This Swiss Black Forest carved
Wood
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H 6.3 in W 5.5 in D 6.7 in
Coolest and All Handcrafted Early 20th Century Wooden Doghouse and Dog Cigar Box
Located in Lisse, NL
This here fierce and red-eyed dog will guard your cigars with its dear life. This handcrafted collectible makes a truly cool presentation piece for any cigar smoking and dog loving ...
Brass
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H 16 in W 12 in D 6.25 in
Cigar Humidor, Estate Pipe Wall Cabinet, Black Forest Brienz Wood Carved Antique
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Stunning Black Forest Brienz wood carved wall cabinet. Made in Germany in the 1880s or older. Some
Metal
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H 5.91 in W 4.93 in D 6.3 in
Swiss Antique 19th Century Black Forest Dog Tobacco Jar Cigar Box Humidor Carved
By Christian Fletcher
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Gorgeous Black Forest Tobacco jar / Cigar humidor by Christian Fletcher of Brienz 1880. The
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1870's Hand Carved Black Forrest Humidor Cigar Cabinet
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A hand carved walnut miniature cabinet humidor. The top with a majestic lion over two doors which
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Black Forest Cigar Cutter and Humidor Stand
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
made of three exquisitely carved, polychromed bears in linden wood.
Beautiful Black Forest Humidor with Birds
Located in Atlanta, GA
Beautiful Black Forest Humidor Carved with Birds and Foliage.
Wood
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H 21.5 in W 22.5 in D 14.5 in
Monumental Black Forest Tantalus and Cigar Humidor with Mountain Goats
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
The exterior is ornately carved linden wood with full-relief sculptures of mountain goats on the
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Blackforest Cigar Humidor & Cutter
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
A standing Blackforest lindenwood humidor and cigar cutter featuring a large carved bear, whose
$6,666 / set
H 18.51 in W 12.21 in D 5.91 in
Pair of 19th Century Swiss Carved Black Forest Trophy Plaques Hunting Deer Stag
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Stunning craftsmanship! This pair of 19th century Black Forest hunting Trophy plaques from Brienz Switzerland. Fully carved from solid wood these look amazing on your wall and are ...
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19th Century Black Forest Carved Unusual Bear Bench
Located in High Point, NC
An excellent example of a 19th century Black Forest carved wooden bear bench from Switzerland made from linden wood. The bench having highly detailed hand carved bears at either end ...
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19th Century Black Forest Carved Liquor Box
Located in High Point, NC
19th Century Black Forest carved liquor set. The exterior of the box is hand-carved in design as a wood log cabinet, the rectangular Black Forest tantalus is decorated on the top wi...
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19th Century Black Forest Hanging Wall Box
Located in High Point, NC
19th century Black Forest small hanging wall box. The entire piece is hand carved to have the appearance of boards with hand carved appearance of graining. There is a single door o...
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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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Although its name evokes a mountainous region in Germany, antique Black Forest–style furniture originated in Switzerland. In Brienz, during the early 19th century, wood-carver Christian Fischer recognized the market for tourist souvenirs and helped make the village into a wood-carving destination. The Brienz Woodcarving School was founded in 1884 and had its own small zoo for studying the anatomy of animals, depictions of which are a defining aspect of the style, also known as Brienzerware.
Whimsical sculptures, often depicting bears and other Alpine animals like stags, owls, deer and boars, characterize the work produced in the area. Along with folk art and decorative objects, Black Forest furniture included benches held aloft by bears, umbrella stands carved with acorns and clock cases adorned with scrolling oak leaves. While most wood-carvers adhered to a similar realism in their designs and woods like linden, maple and walnut, their aesthetics varied.
The F. Peter Trauffer family was known for their hand-carved bear sculptures that saw the furry mammals playing instruments, smoking pipes and engaging in all sorts of human activities. They were sometimes detailed with glass eyes and integrated into functional pieces of furniture, including chair backs and bench legs, which generations of cabinetmakers created from the 1880s to the 1950s. Walter Mader and his son Heinrich frequently carved Saint Bernard sculptures that they incorporated into furniture.
As the Black Forest furniture style spread around the world through exhibitions at world’s fairs in the 19th and early 20th centuries, the rusticity of these pieces resonated at a time of increasing urbanization, inspiring other artisans.
Find a collection of antique Black Forest cabinets, bedroom furniture, seating and other items on 1stDibs.
Every time you move into a house or an apartment — or endeavor to refresh the home you’ve lived in for years — life for that space begins anew. The right home accent, be it the simple placement of a decorative bowl on a shelf or a ceramic vase for fresh flowers, can transform an area from drab to spectacular. But with so many materials and items to choose from, it’s easy to get lost in the process. The key to styling with antique and vintage decorative objects is to work toward making a happy home that best reflects your personal style.
Ceramics are a versatile addition to any home. If you’ve amassed an assortment of functional pottery over the years, think of your mugs and salad bowls as decorative objects, ideal for displaying in a glass cabinet. Vintage ceramic serveware can pop along white open shelving in your dining area, while large stoneware pitchers paired with woven baskets or quilts in an open cupboard can introduce a rustic farmhouse-style element to your den.
Translucent decorative boxes or bowls made of an acrylic plastic called Lucite — a game changer in furniture that’s easy to clean and lasts long — are modern accents that are neutral enough to dress up a coffee table or desktop without cluttering it. If you’re showcasing pieces from the past, a vintage jewelry box for displaying your treasures can spark conversation: Where is the jewelry box from? Is there a story behind it?
Abstract sculptures or an antique vessel for your home library can draw attention to your book collection and add narrative charm to the most appropriate of corners. There’s more than one way to style your bookcases, and decorative objects add a provocative dynamic. “I love magnifying glasses,” says Alex Assouline, global vice president of luxury publisher Assouline, of adding one’s cherished objects to a home library. “They are both useful and decorative. Objects really elevate libraries and can also make them more personal.”
To help with personalizing your space and truly making it your own, find an extraordinary collection of decorative objects on 1stDibs.