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Swiss Brienz carved walnut lidded chalice, circa 1880
Swiss Brienz carved walnut lidded chalice, circa 1880

Swiss Brienz carved walnut lidded chalice, circa 1880

Located in Central England, GB

A superb exhibition-quality Swiss Brienz carved walnut lidded chalice of exceptional craftsmanship, dating to circa 1880.

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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Early 20th Century Bear Stand Sculpture Swiss Brienz Carved Bernese
Early 20th Century Bear Stand Sculpture Swiss Brienz Carved Bernese

Early 20th Century Bear Stand Sculpture Swiss Brienz Carved Bernese

Located in Epfach, DE

This impressive life-size bear stand comes from the traditional woodcarving region of Brienz in the Bernese Oberland. The region has been known for its finely crafted animal figures ...

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Early 20th Century Swiss Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Antique Carved Wood Wall Console with Grapes and Leaves Brienz Black Forest
Antique Carved Wood Wall Console with Grapes and Leaves Brienz Black Forest

Antique Carved Wood Wall Console with Grapes and Leaves Brienz Black Forest

By Brienz Switzerland

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

This small antique wooden wall console, attributed to Brienz, Switzerland, features an intricate arrangement of grapes, vine leaves and a carved rose.

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Antique 1880s Swiss Black Forest Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Exceptional Black Forest Carved Wood Fern Leaf Vide Poche Dish Bowl Brienz
Exceptional Black Forest Carved Wood Fern Leaf Vide Poche Dish Bowl Brienz

Exceptional Black Forest Carved Wood Fern Leaf Vide Poche Dish Bowl Brienz

By Brienz Switzerland

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

Antique German or Swiss sculptural fern leaf shaped bowl or empty pocket. This is a remarkable piece of best craftsmanship regarding its finest carving, dating back to approximately ...

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Antique 1880s German Victorian Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

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Wood

Antique Black Forest Hand-Carved Wood Vase with Buck and Engraved Glass Brienz
Antique Black Forest Hand-Carved Wood Vase with Buck and Engraved Glass Brienz

Antique Black Forest Hand-Carved Wood Vase with Buck and Engraved Glass Brienz

By Brienz Switzerland

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

A charming antique Black Forest carved wood vase or from the Brienz region, beautifully sculpted with a standing buck beside a tree trunk.

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Antique 1880s German Victorian Vases

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Wood

Cute Black Forest Carved Wood Bear Match Box Holder with Ashtray Brienz
Cute Black Forest Carved Wood Bear Match Box Holder with Ashtray Brienz

Cute Black Forest Carved Wood Bear Match Box Holder with Ashtray Brienz

By Brienz Switzerland

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

Ths antique German or Swiss bear figurine is a really lovely item and a remarkable piece of craftsmanship regarding its fine carving, dating back to approximately 1880. Carved from...

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Antique 1880s German Victorian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Wood

Hand Carved Wood Bear Head Nutcracker Brienz Switzerland
Hand Carved Wood Bear Head Nutcracker Brienz Switzerland

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 head.

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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Swiss Black Forest Carved Bear Bench, Brienz, Circa 1890
Swiss Black Forest Carved Bear Bench, Brienz, Circa 1890

Swiss Black Forest Carved Bear Bench, Brienz, Circa 1890

Located in London, GB

This exceptional 'Black Forest' bear bench, intricately carved from Lindenwood in the Brienz area circa 1890, is a magnificent example of Swiss craftsmanship.

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Antique 1890s Swiss Black Forest Benches

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Wood

Finely Carved Wood Chamois Brienz, Switzerland, circa 1900
Finely Carved Wood Chamois Brienz, Switzerland, circa 1900

Finely Carved Wood Chamois Brienz, Switzerland, circa 1900

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Finely carved wood chamois Brienz, Switzerland circa 1900.

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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Great Wooden Carved Plaque with Stag Family, Brienz 1900s
Great Wooden Carved Plaque with Stag Family, Brienz 1900s

Great Wooden Carved Plaque with Stag Family, Brienz 1900s

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Hand-carved, probably in the Brienz area of Switzerland, around 1900.

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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Black Forest Carved Wood Figural Humidor Bear Head with Glass Eyes
Black Forest Carved Wood Figural Humidor Bear Head with Glass Eyes

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 1920. This antique, dark brown, linden wood humidor is masterfully carved and features...

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Vintage 1920s Swiss Black Forest Tobacco Accessories

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Metal

Late 19th Century Black Forest Carved Inkwell and Pen Rest with Bear
Late 19th Century Black Forest Carved Inkwell and Pen Rest with Bear

Late 19th Century Black Forest Carved Inkwell and Pen Rest with Bear

By Brienz Switzerland

Located in Barntrup, DE

Black Forest carved inkwell and pen rest with a bear, late 19th century. This antique, dark brown, linden wood inkwell is masterfully carved and features a detailed figure of a bear ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Inkwells

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Glass, Wood

Black Forest Wooden Carved Begging Dog, Brienz, ca. 1900
Black Forest Wooden Carved Begging Dog, Brienz, ca. 1900

Black Forest Wooden Carved Begging Dog, Brienz, ca. 1900

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Black Forest Wooden Carved Begging Dog, Brienz, ca. 1900 A whimsical Swiss wood carving, a long hair terrier is begging with his masters hat beside a basket.

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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Animal Sculptures

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Wood

19th Century Finely Carved Wooden Wall Panel with Sphinx, Dolphins & Scrollwork
19th Century Finely Carved Wooden Wall Panel with Sphinx, Dolphins & Scrollwork

19th Century Finely Carved Wooden Wall Panel with Sphinx, Dolphins & Scrollwork

By Brienz Switzerland

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

This exceptional masterpiece of the 19th Century showcases remarkable craftsmanship with finest detailing. The carved wooden wall panel shows a composition featuring a central mythol...

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Antique 1880s French Grand Tour Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Antique Carved Black Forest Skiing Bear, Brienz Switzerland ca. 1930
Antique Carved Black Forest Skiing Bear, Brienz Switzerland ca. 1930

Antique Carved Black Forest Skiing Bear, Brienz Switzerland ca. 1930

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Antique Carved Black Forest Skiing Bear, Brienz Switzerland ca. 1930 Item e8145 A rare wooden carved sculpture featuring a skiing bear.

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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Antique Carved Buck Head Brienz Black Forest Wood Carving Glass Eyes
Antique Carved Buck Head Brienz Black Forest Wood Carving Glass Eyes

Antique Carved Buck Head Brienz Black Forest Wood Carving Glass Eyes

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

The piece features lifelike details, including textured fur, delicately curved horns, and captivating glass eyes, all carved from solid wood. This hand-carved buck head epitomizes t...

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Antique Early 1900s German Black Forest Sculptures and Carvings

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Glass, Wood

Black Forest Wood Carved Brienz Bear Inkwell German Vintage, 1890s
Black Forest Wood Carved Brienz Bear Inkwell German Vintage, 1890s

Black Forest Wood Carved Brienz Bear Inkwell German Vintage, 1890s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Classic 1890s black forest Brienz wood carved inkwell in form of a Bear. Nice addition to your room or just for use it on your desk.

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Antique 1890s German Black Forest Inkwells

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Wood

Antique Black Forest Carved Bear Chair, Brienz, circa 1880s
Antique Black Forest Carved Bear Chair, Brienz, circa 1880s

Antique Black Forest Carved Bear Chair, Brienz, circa 1880s

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Antique Black Forest Carved Bear Chair, Brienz, circa 1880s An exceptional hand-carved Black Forest bear chair dating to around 1880.

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Antique 1880s Swiss Black Forest Decorative Art

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Wood

Finely Carved Wood Chamois with Glass Vase, Brienz, circa 1900
Finely Carved Wood Chamois with Glass Vase, Brienz, circa 1900

Finely Carved Wood Chamois with Glass Vase, Brienz, circa 1900

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Finely carved wood chamois with glass vase, Brienz, circa 1900.

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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Animal Sculptures

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Wood, Blown Glass

Black Forest Brienz wood carved Handheld Mirror, Antique Austria 1910s
Black Forest Brienz wood carved Handheld Mirror, Antique Austria 1910s

Black Forest Brienz wood carved Handheld Mirror, Antique Austria 1910s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

This beautiful hand mirror is antique, old and beautiful. It was made from carved wood in the quiet of the Black Forest and comes from the Austrian Alpine region, from the village of...

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Vintage 1910s Austrian Hollywood Regency More Mirrors

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Wood

Antique Brienz Black Forest Carved Wooden Bear Tobacco Stand with Music Box
Antique Brienz Black Forest Carved Wooden Bear Tobacco Stand with Music Box

Antique Brienz Black Forest Carved Wooden Bear Tobacco Stand with Music Box

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Antique Brienz Black Forest Carved Wooden Bear Tobacco Stand with Music Box, Switzerland A charming and highly detailed antique Brienz Black Forest carved wooden bear tobacco stand,...

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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Tobacco Accessories

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Wood

Large Antique Photo Album with Wooden Carved Cover, Brienz ca. 1900
Large Antique Photo Album with Wooden Carved Cover, Brienz ca. 1900

Large Antique Photo Album with Wooden Carved Cover, Brienz ca. 1900

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Large Antique Photo Album with Wooden Carved Cover, Brienz ca. 1900 A lovely antique photo album featuring a lindenwood carved cover depicting a hunter in alpine enviroment.

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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Books

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Wood

Exceptional Black Forest Wood Carved Brienz Wild Boar Inkwell German Antique
Exceptional Black Forest Wood Carved Brienz Wild Boar Inkwell German Antique

Exceptional Black Forest Wood Carved Brienz Wild Boar Inkwell German Antique

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Classic 1890s Black Forest desk accessory carved from wood in the shape of a wild boar. A lovely addition to your room or just to use on your desk. Made from hand carved wood. Found ...

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Antique 1890s German Black Forest Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Antique Black Forest Brienz Wood Carved Dog Walking Stick, 1890s, Austria Vienna
Antique Black Forest Brienz Wood Carved Dog Walking Stick, 1890s, Austria Vienna

Antique Black Forest Brienz Wood Carved Dog Walking Stick, 1890s, Austria Vienna

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Beautiful hand-carved dog head walking stick cane, crafted in the renowned Black Forest or Brienz region at the end of the 19th century.

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Antique 1890s Austrian Folk Art Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

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Glass, Wood

19th Century Brienz Black Forest Carved Bear with Thermometer, ca. 1890s
19th Century Brienz Black Forest Carved Bear with Thermometer, ca. 1890s

19th Century Brienz Black Forest Carved Bear with Thermometer, ca. 1890s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Classic late 1900s Black Forest Brienz work of art. This hand carved bear sculpture is a great example of the Black Forest craftsmanship in late 19th century, Germany.

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Antique Late 19th Century German Black Forest Animal Sculptures

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Glass, Wood

19th Century, Black Forest Carved Walnut Jewelry Casket Brienz Region
19th Century, Black Forest Carved Walnut Jewelry Casket Brienz Region

19th Century, Black Forest Carved Walnut Jewelry Casket Brienz Region

Located in Atlanta, GA

A finely carved 19th-century Black Forest walnut jewelry casket, attributed to the Brienz region of Switzerland, distinguished by its lavishly naturalistic ornamentation and sculptur...

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Antique 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Jewelry Boxes

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Walnut

Antique Black Forest Brienz Wood Carved Dog Letter Opener 1890s, Austria Vienna
Antique Black Forest Brienz Wood Carved Dog Letter Opener 1890s, Austria Vienna

Antique Black Forest Brienz Wood Carved Dog Letter Opener 1890s, Austria Vienna

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Beautifully carved and richly expressive, this antique dog head letter opener is a fine example of late 19th-century Black Forest or Brienz craftsmanship.

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Antique 1890s Austrian Folk Art Letter Openers

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Glass, Wood

Large Group of Carved Cattles with Glass Vase Inset, Brienz ca. 1890
Large Group of Carved Cattles with Glass Vase Inset, Brienz ca. 1890

Large Group of Carved Cattles with Glass Vase Inset, Brienz ca. 1890

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Large Group of Carved Cattles with Glass Vase Inset, Brienz ca. 1890 A rare group of naturalistically carved cattles - bull, female cattle and young cattle standing around a stump.

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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Animal Sculptures

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Cut Glass, Wood

Fine Carved Black Forest Statue of a Disabled Dog, Brienz circa 1900
Fine Carved Black Forest Statue of a Disabled Dog, Brienz circa 1900

Fine Carved Black Forest Statue of a Disabled Dog, Brienz circa 1900

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Fine Carved Black Forest Statue of a Disabled Dog, Brienz circa 1900 A very nice and fine Swiss wood carving.

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Early 20th Century Swiss Rustic Animal Sculptures

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Wood

A Lovely Carved Black Forest Bear for Sewing Utensils, Pierre Michel, Brienz
A Lovely Carved Black Forest Bear for Sewing Utensils, Pierre Michel, Brienz

A Lovely Carved Black Forest Bear for Sewing Utensils, Pierre Michel, Brienz

Located in Berghuelen, DE

A Lovely Carved Black Forest Bear for Sewing Utensils, Pierre Michel, Brienz Item e7285 A nicely carved Black Forest bear for sewing utensils.

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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Black Forest Brienz wood carved Monastery Work Wall Decor, Antique Austria 1910s
Black Forest Brienz wood carved Monastery Work Wall Decor, Antique Austria 1910s

Black Forest Brienz wood carved Monastery Work Wall Decor, Antique Austria 1910s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

This beautiful wall decoration item is antique, old and beautiful. It was made from carved wood, some fabric, glass and a Mary with Jesus child die cut scrap in the quiet of the Blac...

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Vintage 1910s Austrian Hollywood Regency Religious Items

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Wood

19th C Black Forest Hand-Carved Swiss Brienz Bear with Brass Holder
19th C Black Forest Hand-Carved Swiss Brienz Bear with Brass Holder

19th C Black Forest Hand-Carved Swiss Brienz Bear with Brass Holder

Located in Savannah, GA

This whimsical hand carved seated wooden brown bear holds a brass cup suitable for cigarettes, matches or even a small bouquet of flowers. Very detailed carving with tiny teeth and a...

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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Animal Sculptures

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Wood

A Rare Swiss ‘black Forest’ Polychrome Carved Wood Dog’s Head Trophy, Brienz
A Rare Swiss ‘black Forest’ Polychrome Carved Wood Dog’s Head Trophy, Brienz

A Rare Swiss ‘black Forest’ Polychrome Carved Wood Dog’s Head Trophy, Brienz

Located in London, GB

A rare and particularly decorative Swiss Black Forest carved and polychrome wood wall trophy, finely modelled as the head of a sporting dog, probably a spaniel, with inset glass eyes.

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Antique 1880s Swiss Black Forest Animal Sculptures

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Glass, Wood

Hand Carved Wood Dog Head Estate Pipe, Antique Brienz Black Forest
Hand Carved Wood Dog Head Estate Pipe, Antique Brienz Black Forest

Hand Carved Wood Dog Head Estate Pipe, Antique Brienz Black Forest

Located in Nuernberg, DE

An antique Estate pipe hand carved wood Dog head pipe. Good used condition. Some minor surface wear. See pictures for details. An all original item to display in your man cave. super...

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Antique Late 19th Century German Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

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Wood

Nutwood Edelweis Marquetry Chair Swiss Brienz 1900
Nutwood Edelweis Marquetry Chair Swiss Brienz 1900

Nutwood Edelweis Marquetry Chair Swiss Brienz 1900

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Nutwood Edelweis Marquetry Chair Swiss Brienz 1900 A wonderful inlayed nutwood chair decorated with inlayed and painted sceneries depicting chamois, stag and edelweis flowers. Surro...

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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Chairs

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Nutwood

Nutwood Edelweis Marquetry Chair Swiss Brienz 1900
Nutwood Edelweis Marquetry Chair Swiss Brienz 1900

Nutwood Edelweis Marquetry Chair Swiss Brienz 1900

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Nutwood Edelweis Marquetry Chair Swiss Brienz 1900 A wonderful inlayed nutwood chair decorated with inlayed and painted sceneries depicting chamois, goat and edelweis flowers. Surro...

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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Chairs

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Nutwood

Hand Carved Black Forest Brienz Wooden Bear with an Engraved Glass Vase or Flute
Hand Carved Black Forest Brienz Wooden Bear with an Engraved Glass Vase or Flute

Hand Carved Black Forest Brienz Wooden Bear with an Engraved Glass Vase or Flute

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Classic late 1900s Black Forest Brienz work of art. This small and hand carved bear sculpture is a great example of the Black Forest craftsmanship in late 19th century, Switzerland.

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Antique Late 19th Century German Black Forest Animal Sculptures

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Cut Glass, Wood

Pair Nutwood Edelweis Marquetry Chairs Swiss Brienz 1900s
Pair Nutwood Edelweis Marquetry Chairs Swiss Brienz 1900s

Pair Nutwood Edelweis Marquetry Chairs Swiss Brienz 1900s

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Pair Nutwood Edelweis Marquetry Chairs Swiss Brienz 1900s A pair of wonderful walnut chairs, decorated with inlaid and painted landscapes depicting stags, ibexes, hunters and edelwe...

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Early 20th Century Swiss Victorian Chairs

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Wood

Beautiful Large Brienz Bear Hiker Statue Sculpture, Antique Switzerland
Beautiful Large Brienz Bear Hiker Statue Sculpture, Antique Switzerland

Beautiful Large Brienz Bear Hiker Statue Sculpture, Antique Switzerland

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A great looking hand carved original wooden Folk Art Bear Statue. A great piece for a suitable ambiance in a Cabin room or the office of a Hunter or Woodsman.

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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Antique Wooden Statue of Wilhelm Tell, Brienz circa 1900
Antique Wooden Statue of Wilhelm Tell, Brienz circa 1900

Antique Wooden Statue of Wilhelm Tell, Brienz circa 1900

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Antique Wooden Statue of Wilhelm Tell, Brienz circa 1900 A nice handcarved wooden statue featuring Wilhelm Tell and his son. It is a classical carving art made in Brienz, Switzerl...

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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Vintage Wooden Walking Bear Handcarved in Brienz ca. 1930s
Vintage Wooden Walking Bear Handcarved in Brienz ca. 1930s

Vintage Wooden Walking Bear Handcarved in Brienz ca. 1930s

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Vintage Wooden Walking Bear Handcarved in Brienz ca. 1930s A vintage statue of a Black Forest walking bear. Made of lindenwood, finely handcarved with naturalistic details in Brienz...

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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Large Wooden Strolling Bear Handcarved in Brienz ca. 1930
Large Wooden Strolling Bear Handcarved in Brienz ca. 1930

Large Wooden Strolling Bear Handcarved in Brienz ca. 1930

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Large Wooden strolling bear handcarved in Brienz ca. 1930 A large antique statue of a walking bear. Made of lindenwood, finely handcarved with naturalistic details in Brienz, Switze...

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Mid-20th Century Swiss Black Forest Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Vintage Wooden Strolling Bear Handcarved in Brienz ca. 1950
Vintage Wooden Strolling Bear Handcarved in Brienz ca. 1950

Vintage Wooden Strolling Bear Handcarved in Brienz ca. 1950

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Vintage Wooden Strolling Bear Handcarved in Brienz ca. 1950 A vintage statue of a walking bear. Made of lindenwood, finely handcarved with naturalistic details in Brienz, Switzerlan...

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Mid-20th Century Swiss Black Forest Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Large Vintage Wooden Strolling Bear Handcarved in Brienz Ca. 1930s
Large Vintage Wooden Strolling Bear Handcarved in Brienz Ca. 1930s

Large Vintage Wooden Strolling Bear Handcarved in Brienz Ca. 1930s

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Large Vintage Wooden Strolling Bear Handcarved in Brienz ca. 1930s A large vintage statue of a walking bear. Made of lindenwood, finely handcarved with naturalistic details in Brien...

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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Animal Sculptures

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Wood

19th Century Swiss Carved 'Black Forest' Cattle Group
19th Century Swiss Carved 'Black Forest' Cattle Group

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 outcrops surrounded by a bran...

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Antique 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Pair of Swiss 1960's hand carved Brutalist book ends
Pair of Swiss 1960's hand carved Brutalist book ends

Pair of Swiss 1960's hand carved Brutalist book ends

Located in Bern, BE

Believed to originate from the renowned Swiss lakeside wood carving town of Brienz. Solid carved wooden stylized owl / bird of prey carvings on a typical brutalist style base.

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Brutalist Bookends

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Wood

Pair Black Forest Carved Table Lamps with Ibex and Chamois
Pair Black Forest Carved Table Lamps with Ibex and Chamois

Pair Black Forest Carved Table Lamps with Ibex and Chamois

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Hand-carved in Brienz, Switzerland, around 1900. Height without lampshade: 19.7' inches (50 cm).

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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

1900 Swiss Black Forest Carved Basswood Begging Dog Cigar and Matchbox Holder
1900 Swiss Black Forest Carved Basswood Begging Dog Cigar and Matchbox Holder

1900 Swiss Black Forest Carved Basswood Begging Dog Cigar and Matchbox Holder

Located in Haarlem, NL

Black Forest wood carved art originates from a small mountain town Brienz, Switzerland.

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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Tobacco Accessories

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Brass

Pair of 19th Century Swiss Carved Black Forest Trophy Plaques Hunting Deer Stag
Pair of 19th Century Swiss Carved Black Forest Trophy Plaques Hunting Deer Stag

Pair of 19th Century Swiss Carved Black Forest Trophy Plaques Hunting Deer Stag

Located in Ijzendijke, NL

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 just a joy to look at.

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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Animal Sculptures

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Walnut

Lovely Black Forest Carved Whip Holder with Bear ca. 1900s
Lovely Black Forest Carved Whip Holder with Bear ca. 1900s

Lovely Black Forest Carved Whip Holder with Bear ca. 1900s

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Hand carved in Brienz, Switzerland, around 1900, this exquisite piece is the perfect addition to elevate any Black Forest woodcarving collection.

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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Black Forest Decorative Art

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Wood

Black Forest Modeled Bear Piano Stool, Late 20th Century
Black Forest Modeled Bear Piano Stool, Late 20th Century

Black Forest Modeled Bear Piano Stool, Late 20th Century

Located in North Miami, FL

A fantastic hand carved bear piano stool with extendable seat. It was hand carved in Switzerland, Brienz, circa 1890’s.

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Antique Early 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Stools

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Wood

Swiss Black Forest Walking Bear
Swiss Black Forest Walking Bear

Swiss Black Forest Walking Bear

Located in Northampton, GB

Beautifully hand carved in the Brienz tradition, this Swiss Black Forest bear stands in a natural walking pose with an open mouth, finely detailed fur and traditional glass eyes.

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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Late Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Glass, Wood

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Swiss Realistic Hand Carved Deer Head with Real Antlers, 19th Century
Swiss Realistic Hand Carved Deer Head with Real Antlers, 19th Century

Swiss Realistic Hand Carved Deer Head with Real Antlers, 19th Century

By Brienz Switzerland

Located in Frisco, TX

A great looking hand carved original wooden Swiss deer head wall decoration.

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Antique 1880s Swiss Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Antler, Wood

19th Century Exceptional Carved Black Forest Bear, Brienz, Switzerland
19th Century Exceptional Carved Black Forest Bear, Brienz, Switzerland

19th Century Exceptional Carved Black Forest Bear, Brienz, Switzerland

Located in Sydney, NSW

A finely carved Black Forest bear smokers stand in walnut with glass eyes, circa 1880, Brienz, Bernese Oberland, Switzerland.

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Antique 1880s Swiss Black Forest Side Tables

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Walnut

Wooden Carved Bear with Engraved Glass Vase Made in Brienz Switzerland
Wooden Carved Bear with Engraved Glass Vase Made in Brienz Switzerland

Wooden Carved Bear with Engraved Glass Vase Made in Brienz Switzerland

Located in Geneva, CH

Wooden carved bear holding an engraved blown glass vase for alpine flowers Made in Brienz, Switzerland, early 1900.

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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Vases

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Blown Glass, Hardwood

Swiss "Black Forest" Carved Dog Group, by Walter Mader, circa 1900
Swiss "Black Forest" Carved Dog Group, by Walter Mader, circa 1900

Swiss "Black Forest" Carved Dog Group, by Walter Mader, circa 1900

Located in Aspen, CO

A finely carved dog group by Walter Mader of Brienz Switzerland.

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Antique 1890s Swiss Black Forest More Furniture and Collectibles

Black Forest Brienz Carved Stag

Black Forest Brienz Carved Stag

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H 19.5 in W 11 in

Black Forest Brienz Carved Stag

Located in Wiscasset, ME

Measures 19.5”H x 11”W x .25”D c. 1880

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Antique 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Sculptures

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Wood

Wood Black Forest Brienz Carved Eagle Inkwell German Antique, 1900s
Wood Black Forest Brienz Carved Eagle Inkwell German Antique, 1900s

Wood Black Forest Brienz Carved Eagle Inkwell German Antique, 1900s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Classic early 1900s black forest Brienz wood carved inkwell in form of an Eagle. Nice addition to your room or just for use it on your desk.

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Antique Early 1900s German Black Forest Inkwells

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Wood

Exceptional Carved Wood Bear Hallstand, Brienz, Switzerland
Exceptional Carved Wood Bear Hallstand, Brienz, Switzerland

Exceptional Carved Wood Bear Hallstand, Brienz, Switzerland

Located in Berghuelen, DE

A hand-carved lindenwood bear hallstand with mirror, for coats and umbrellas.

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Early 20th Century Swiss Folk Art Sculptures

Large Wooden Strolling Bear Carved in Brienz
Large Wooden Strolling Bear Carved in Brienz

Large Wooden Strolling Bear Carved in Brienz

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H 9.65 in W 16.54 in D 5.12 in

Large Wooden Strolling Bear Carved in Brienz

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Lindenwood, finely hand-carved in Brienz, Switzerland, circa 1920.

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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Animal Sculptures

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Nutwood

Rare Pair of Original circa 1880 Black Forest Carved Wood Wine Bottle Holders
Rare Pair of Original circa 1880 Black Forest Carved Wood Wine Bottle Holders

Rare Pair of Original circa 1880 Black Forest Carved Wood Wine Bottle Holders

By Brienz Switzerland

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely pair of original Brienz Switzerland black forest wood hand carved 19th century wine bottle holders This pair are exquisite from top ...

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Antique 1880s Swiss Black Forest Serving Pieces

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Wood

Carved Marquetry Table Swiss Brienz 1900
Carved Marquetry Table Swiss Brienz 1900

Carved Marquetry Table Swiss Brienz 1900

Located in Berghuelen, DE

a wonderful carved wood table with elaborate edelweiss inlays on the table top. at center a painted goat herder with wife and mountain goat. executed ca. 1900, swiss brienz.

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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Side Tables

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Wood

Large Carved Wood Cow, Swiss Brienz, circa 1900
Large Carved Wood Cow, Swiss Brienz, circa 1900

Large Carved Wood Cow, Swiss Brienz, circa 1900

Located in Berghuelen, DE

a large detailed carved wood cattle, brienz ca. 1900.

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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Wooden Carved Black Forest Cattle, Brienz, circa 1900
Wooden Carved Black Forest Cattle, Brienz, circa 1900

Wooden Carved Black Forest Cattle, Brienz, circa 1900

Located in Berghuelen, DE

a small naturalistically carved cattle with cow bell, brienz ca. 1900.

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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Sculptures

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Wood

Great Carved Wood Hunter with Maid, Swiss Brienz
Great Carved Wood Hunter with Maid, Swiss Brienz

Great Carved Wood Hunter with Maid, Swiss Brienz

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H 10.24 in W 3.94 in D 3.15 in

Great Carved Wood Hunter with Maid, Swiss Brienz

By Johann Huggler

Located in Berghuelen, DE

a great wooden carved statue of a hunter with his maid which got an edelweiss flower from him. a detailed and outstanding woodcarving - probably carved by johann huggler (1861-1943),...

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carved wood mountain goats mantle clock swiss brienz
carved wood mountain goats mantle clock swiss brienz

carved wood mountain goats mantle clock swiss brienz

Located in Berghuelen, DE

a handcarved wood mantle clock with two mountain goats standing on a rocky base and a third sitting on the base. a very detailed carving. clockwork overworked and cleaned by a clockm...

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Wooden Carved Bear Decanter Stand Swiss Brienz, 1900
Wooden Carved Bear Decanter Stand Swiss Brienz, 1900

Wooden Carved Bear Decanter Stand Swiss Brienz, 1900

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Executed, circa 1900, Swiss Brienz. (Height without bottle).

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Antique Carved Wood Bear Bench, Swiss Brienz, circa 1900
Antique Carved Wood Bear Bench, Swiss Brienz, circa 1900

Antique Carved Wood Bear Bench, Swiss Brienz, circa 1900

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Executed circa 1900, Swiss Brienz.

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detailed carved wood deer statue, swiss brienz ca. 1900
detailed carved wood deer statue, swiss brienz ca. 1900

detailed carved wood deer statue, swiss brienz ca. 1900

Located in Berghuelen, DE

a large excellent carved wood deer statue. executed in brienz, switzerland ca. 1900.

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Black Forest Carved Wood Hunter Hare Coat Hook, Brienz
Black Forest Carved Wood Hunter Hare Coat Hook, Brienz

Black Forest Carved Wood Hunter Hare Coat Hook, Brienz

Located in Berghuelen, DE

a whimsical handcarved hunting hare whip holder / coat hook. executed ca. 1900, swiss - brienz.

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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Mirror Black Forest Brienz Wood Carved Antique, German, 1860s
Mirror Black Forest Brienz Wood Carved Antique, German, 1860s

Mirror Black Forest Brienz Wood Carved Antique, German, 1860s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Stunning Black Forest Brienz wood carved mirror. The wooden frame surrounds a glass mirror.

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Antique 1860s German Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Wooden Carved Bear with Table Gong, Brienz, 1900
Wooden Carved Bear with Table Gong, Brienz, 1900

Wooden Carved Bear with Table Gong, Brienz, 1900

Located in Berghuelen, DE

an antique carved wood bear with brass gong and wooden beater. handcarved in brienz, switzerland ca. 1900.

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Located in Milan, IT

Brienz, Switzerland, second half of the 19th century.

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Antique 1880s Swiss Figurative Sculptures

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Fruitwood

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Finely Carved and Inlaid Chair from Brienz, circa 1900

Finely Carved and Inlaid Chair from Brienz, circa 1900

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Located in Berghuelen, DE

A beautifully carved and inlaid chair from Brienz, Switzerland.

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Antique Carved Wood Bear Hallstand, Swiss Brienz, circa 1900

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Located in Berghuelen, DE

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Located in Berghuelen, DE

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A wonderfully carved life size Brienz Black Forest Golden Eagle
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Located in London, GB

A wonderfully carved life size Brienz Black Forest Golden Eagle probably carved by Alfred Stahli Circa 1880 For comparison see page 88 and 89 The Art of the Black Forest by Jay Are...

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Antique 1880s Swiss Black Forest Animal Sculptures

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Black Forest Carved Wood Bear Hallstand, Swiss Brienz, circa 1900
Black Forest Carved Wood Bear Hallstand, Swiss Brienz, circa 1900

Black Forest Carved Wood Bear Hallstand, Swiss Brienz, circa 1900

Located in Berghuelen, DE

A hand-carved lindenwood bear hallstand for coats and umbrellas.

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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Umbrella Stands

A Beatifully Hand-carved Brienz Black forest Hall Stand with a Mama Bear and Cub
A Beatifully Hand-carved Brienz Black forest Hall Stand with a Mama Bear and Cub

A Beatifully Hand-carved Brienz Black forest Hall Stand with a Mama Bear and Cub

Located in Dallas, TX

A beatifully 19th Century hand-carved Brienz black forest hall stand with a mama bear and cub, this naturalistically carved hall stand depicts a standing moma bear next to a tree, w...

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Antique 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Glass

Black Forest Eagle and Chamois Group, Brienz, circa 1900
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Black Forest Eagle and Chamois Group, Brienz, circa 1900

Located in Berghuelen, DE

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Complete Set of Antique Inlaid Edelweiss Brienz Tilt–Top Table and Four Chairs
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Complete Set of Antique Inlaid Edelweiss Brienz Tilt–Top Table and Four Chairs

Located in Dallas, TX

This is an absolutely stunning set featuring an Inlaid Edelweiss Brienz hand-carved tilt-top table with four chairs.

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Antique 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Tables

Materials

Wood

Fantastic Carved Smoking Side Table with Bears
Fantastic Carved Smoking Side Table with Bears

Fantastic Carved Smoking Side Table with Bears

Located in Berghuelen, DE

A fantastic carved smoker's table with three lovely bears on the table top , hand-carved in Brienz, Switzerland, circa 1900.

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Early 20th Century German Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Black Forest Compote Stand or Comport of Carved Wood
Black Forest Compote Stand or Comport of Carved Wood

Black Forest Compote Stand or Comport of Carved Wood

Located in Austin, TX

A magnificently carved Black Forest or Brienz comport of carved linden or oak.

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Antique 19th Century German Centerpieces

Antique Hand-Carved Black Forest Bears Inkstand 19th Century
Antique Hand-Carved Black Forest Bears Inkstand 19th Century

Antique Hand-Carved Black Forest Bears Inkstand 19th Century

Located in London, GB

The American soldiers were enthusiastic about the beautiful animal sculptures and Brienz artificers started to carve local North American animals with an enormous success.

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Antique 1880s Inkwells

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Pair of 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Carved Wood and Crystal Flower Vases
Pair of 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Carved Wood and Crystal Flower Vases

Pair of 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Carved Wood and Crystal Flower Vases

Located in Dallas, TX

In actuality, the Black Forest carvings can be attributed to a 19th century wood turner, Christian Fischer, from Brienz, Switzerland, where these carved wood and crystal flower vases...

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Antique 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Vases

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Black Forest  Swiss Table Lamp Wood Hand-Carved Sculpture

Black Forest Swiss Table Lamp Wood Hand-Carved Sculpture

Located in Kitzbühel, Tirol

Two bears with guns in uniform with leaves carved from one piece of wood in the autentic style of wood sculptures from Brienz Switzerland.

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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Table Lamps

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Pair of Black Forest Vases
Pair of Black Forest Vases

Pair of Black Forest Vases

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Located in Austin, TX

A magnificently carved pair of Black Forest or Brienz vases of carved linden or oak.

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Black Forest Furniture Beautiful Small Dining Table, Game Table Matching Chairs
Black Forest Furniture Beautiful Small Dining Table, Game Table Matching Chairs

Black Forest Furniture Beautiful Small Dining Table, Game Table Matching Chairs

Located in Highwood, IL

Black Forest Furniture items date from the late 1800s, although most people believe Black Forest originated in Germany or Austria, it was the Swiss who are the ones that invented the...

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Antique 1890s Swiss Black Forest Tables

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Antique Black Forest Game Table, Center Hall Table Dining Table circa late 1800s
Antique Black Forest Game Table, Center Hall Table Dining Table circa late 1800s

Antique Black Forest Game Table, Center Hall Table Dining Table circa late 1800s

Located in Highwood, IL

Black Forest items date from the late 1800s, although most people believe Black Forest originated in Germany or Austria, it was the Swiss who are the ones that invented the style fro...

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Wood Black Forest Brienz Carved Owl Inkwell German Antique, 1900s
Wood Black Forest Brienz Carved Owl Inkwell German Antique, 1900s

Wood Black Forest Brienz Carved Owl Inkwell German Antique, 1900s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Classic early 1900s black forest Brienz wood carved inkwell in form of an owl. Nice addition to your room or just for use it on your desk.

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Antique Early 1900s German Black Forest Inkwells

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Wood Black Forest Brienz Carved Figural Nutcracker German Antique, 1900s
Wood Black Forest Brienz Carved Figural Nutcracker German Antique, 1900s

Wood Black Forest Brienz Carved Figural Nutcracker German Antique, 1900s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Classic early 1900s Black Forest Brienz wood carved Nutcracker in form of an old man.

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Wood Black Forest Brienz Carved Rooster Catchall German Antique, 1900s
Wood Black Forest Brienz Carved Rooster Catchall German Antique, 1900s

Wood Black Forest Brienz Carved Rooster Catchall German Antique, 1900s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Classic early 1900s black forest Brienz wood carved catchall in form of an amphora with a rooster standing in front.

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Wood

Wood Black Forest Brienz Carved Walnut Desktop Catchall German Antique, 1890s
Wood Black Forest Brienz Carved Walnut Desktop Catchall German Antique, 1890s

Wood Black Forest Brienz Carved Walnut Desktop Catchall German Antique, 1890s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Classic early 1890s Black Forest Brienz wood carved inkwell, paperclip holder or Catchall in form of walnuts on a leaf.

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Set of Swiss Brienz Carved and Marquetry Walnut Sgabello Chairs, 1900
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Set of Swiss Brienz Carved and Marquetry Walnut Sgabello Chairs, 1900

Located in Haarlem, NL

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Swiss Black Forest Brienz Carved Bear Sculpture Serving Table / Display Stand

Swiss Black Forest Brienz Carved Bear Sculpture Serving Table / Display Stand

Located in Lisse, NL

Hand carved antique masterpiece. This original and all-hand carved Brienz bear sculpture is another one of our recent great finds.

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Antique Swiss German Black Forest Brienz Carved Jewelry Box Deer Edelweiss 1890
Antique Swiss German Black Forest Brienz Carved Jewelry Box Deer Edelweiss 1890

Antique Swiss German Black Forest Brienz Carved Jewelry Box Deer Edelweiss 1890

Located in Portland, OR

A fine antique carved walnut Black Forest jewelry casket, Brienz Switzerland, circa 1890.

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Materials

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Exceptional Antique Black Forest Carved Wood Jewelry Box Brienz
Exceptional Antique Black Forest Carved Wood Jewelry Box Brienz

Exceptional Antique Black Forest Carved Wood Jewelry Box Brienz

By Brienz Switzerland

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

This exceptional antique Black Forest or Brienz jewelry box showcases masterful wood carving with intricate details.

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Materials

Wood

Finely Carved Antique Black Forest Extendible Bookends with Pheasants Brienz
Finely Carved Antique Black Forest Extendible Bookends with Pheasants Brienz

Finely Carved Antique Black Forest Extendible Bookends with Pheasants Brienz

By Brienz Switzerland

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

Finely carved antique Brienz or Black Forest extendible bookends featuring intricate pheasant motifs.

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Antique 1880s German Black Forest Bookends

Materials

Wood

Collection of 6 Antique Hand-Carved Wood Vanity Mirrors Brienz Black Forest
Collection of 6 Antique Hand-Carved Wood Vanity Mirrors Brienz Black Forest

Collection of 6 Antique Hand-Carved Wood Vanity Mirrors Brienz Black Forest

By Brienz Switzerland

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

This stunning collection of six antique hand-carved wooden vanity mirrors showcases intricate craftsmanship from the Brienz Black Forest region.

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Antique 1880s Swiss Black Forest Wall Mirrors

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Antique Black Forest Carved Wood Owl Wardrobe Coat Rack Brienz Hunting Lodge
Antique Black Forest Carved Wood Owl Wardrobe Coat Rack Brienz Hunting Lodge

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By Brienz Switzerland

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

A finely carved antique coat rack with three hooks, decorated with oak leaves and an owl's head with glass eyes.

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Antique 1880s Swiss Black Forest Coat Racks and Stands

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Antique Wooden Wall Shelf with Vine Leaf Carvings - Brienz / Black Forest
Antique Wooden Wall Shelf with Vine Leaf Carvings - Brienz / Black Forest

Antique Wooden Wall Shelf with Vine Leaf Carvings - Brienz / Black Forest

By Brienz Switzerland

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

This exquisite antique wooden wall shelf features intricate carvings of vine leaves and tendrils, showcasing exceptional craftsmanship typical of the Brienz region or the Black Fores...

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Antique Brienz Wood Carved Ibex Sculpture
Antique Brienz Wood Carved Ibex Sculpture

Antique Brienz Wood Carved Ibex Sculpture

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H 16.54 in W 10.63 in D 5.91 in

Antique Brienz Wood Carved Ibex Sculpture

Located in Berghuelen, DE

An antique cheekily carved Black Forest style sculpture of an ibex. Black Forest or Austria, circa 1900.

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Black Forest Carved Bear  Whip Holder or Wall Hook

Black Forest Carved Bear Whip Holder or Wall Hook

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Black Forest Carved Bear Whip Holder or Wall Hook

By Brienz Switzerland

Located in Den Haag, NL

Love this Black Forest Bear in uniform . 1880s i think he wash originally holding a hatchet. on its head is one of the feathers repaired Very nice carving and expression on his f...

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Whimsy Carved Bear Piano Stool, Brienz, circa 1900
Whimsy Carved Bear Piano Stool, Brienz, circa 1900

Whimsy Carved Bear Piano Stool, Brienz, circa 1900

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Whimsy Carved Bear Piano Stool, Brienz, circa 1900

Located in Berghuelen, DE

A fantastic carved bear piano stool with extendable seat, hand carved in Switzerland, Brienz, circa 1900.

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Antique Late 19th Century German Black Forest Stools

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Wood

Carved Wood Bear Hallstand, Swiss Brienz, circa 1900
Carved Wood Bear Hallstand, Swiss Brienz, circa 1900

Carved Wood Bear Hallstand, Swiss Brienz, circa 1900

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Carved Wood Bear Hallstand, Swiss Brienz, circa 1900

Located in Berghuelen, DE

A hand carved wood bear hallstand. The mother bear looking upwards at her cub hanging in the branches.

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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Umbrella Stands

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Finely Carved Wood Chamois Brienz, Switzerland, circa 1920
Finely Carved Wood Chamois Brienz, Switzerland, circa 1920

Finely Carved Wood Chamois Brienz, Switzerland, circa 1920

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Finely carved wood Chamois Brienz, Switzerland, circa 1920 A delicately handcarved wood sculpture of a chamois.

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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Wooden Carved Black Forest St. Bernhard Dog, Brienz 1934
Wooden Carved Black Forest St. Bernhard Dog, Brienz 1934

Wooden Carved Black Forest St. Bernhard Dog, Brienz 1934

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Manufactured in Switzerland in the area of Brienz 1934. Signed "Interlaken 1934" on one paw.

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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Animal Sculptures

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Whimsy Wooden Carved Bear Decanter Stand Swiss Brienz, 1900
Whimsy Wooden Carved Bear Decanter Stand Swiss Brienz, 1900

Whimsy Wooden Carved Bear Decanter Stand Swiss Brienz, 1900

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Item e6177 A carved linden wood decanter / liqueur Stand modelled as a hiking bear with basket on his back. with engraved crystal decanter and six shot glasses. executed circa 1900,...

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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Barware

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Antique Wooden Carved Casket with Birds, Brienz, circa 1890
Antique Wooden Carved Casket with Birds, Brienz, circa 1890

Antique Wooden Carved Casket with Birds, Brienz, circa 1890

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Antique Wooden Carved Casket with Birds, Brienz, circa 1890 A very nice hand carved black forest sewing box or jewel case with two birds on the lid.

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Black Forest Wood Carved Brienz Hunt Plaque Antique, 1890s

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Located in Nuernberg, DE

Rare antique large German black forest hunt scene wall plaque trophy depicting a Rabbit and powder Horn. Wonderful Trophy of the Hunt for your Black Forest Collection. This is a tru...

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Located in Ottawa, Ontario

Handblown Murano glass candelabra, multicolored, circa 1940, Baroque style, five-arm candelabra with multicolored applied decoration, materials: glass and wood, wired for electricity...

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Mid-20th Century Baroque Table Lamps

Materials

Blown Glass

French Style 1950s Plant Stand
French Style 1950s Plant Stand

French Style 1950s Plant Stand

$3,500

H 37.75 in W 17 in D 17 in

French Style 1950s Plant Stand

Located in Sharon, CT

A plant stand that holds four small plants in style. Light blue over white paint. The holes are 4" in diameter.

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Steel

Antique Black Forest Carved Cuckoo Clock with Stag Head on Top
Antique Black Forest Carved Cuckoo Clock with Stag Head on Top

Antique Black Forest Carved Cuckoo Clock with Stag Head on Top

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Large Antique Black Forest Carved Cuckoo Clock with Stag Head A large handcarved wooden cuckoo clock, decorated with hunting accessoires, oak leaves, hare, pheasant and a stag head ...

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Antique Late 19th Century German Black Forest Wall Clocks

Materials

Wood

Rare 19th Century Italian Memento Mori Bust / Sculpture Carrara Marble Vanitas
Rare 19th Century Italian Memento Mori Bust / Sculpture Carrara Marble Vanitas

Rare 19th Century Italian Memento Mori Bust / Sculpture Carrara Marble Vanitas

$17,170Sale Price|20% Off

H 28.75 in W 15.75 in D 8.67 in

Rare 19th Century Italian Memento Mori Bust / Sculpture Carrara Marble Vanitas

Located in Ijzendijke, NL

Masterfully carved Italian Vanitas / Memento Mori bust in solid marble from late 19th century. White Carrara marble skull combined with masterfully carved hood & robes all from...

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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Busts

Materials

Carrara Marble

Cookbook Book
Cookbook Book

Cookbook Book

$60 / item

H 11.38 in W 8.38 in D 2 in

Cookbook Book

Located in New York, NY

Featuring 125 seminal cookbooks from the last 100 years, Cookbook Book is a celebration of the world's most beautiful, influential and informative cookbooks. From the tried-and-tr...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Books

Materials

Paper

Country Crystal Vase with Easter Rabbit Decor in Blue Sofina Boutique Kitzbuehel
Country Crystal Vase with Easter Rabbit Decor in Blue Sofina Boutique Kitzbuehel

Country Crystal Vase with Easter Rabbit Decor in Blue Sofina Boutique Kitzbuehel

By Sofina Boutique Kitzbühel

Located in Kitzbühel, Tirol

Handblown crystal vase in blue with a country style easter design. Hand-carved by Bavarian glass artists . A rich garland of trees and flowers with rabitts all around. One rabbit sit...

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2010s German Country Vases

Materials

Crystal

Lot of Four Tiny Terracotta Garden Gnomes, Germany ca. 1950s
Lot of Four Tiny Terracotta Garden Gnomes, Germany ca. 1950s

Lot of Four Tiny Terracotta Garden Gnomes, Germany ca. 1950s

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Lot of Four Tiny Terracotta Garden Gnomes, Germany ca. 1950s A whimsy set of four tiny garden gnomes made in Germany ca. 1950s probably by Heissner. They are made of terracotta and ...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

17th Century Memento Mori Vanitas Skull Old Master Oil Ex-Christie’s
17th Century Memento Mori Vanitas Skull Old Master Oil Ex-Christie’s

17th Century Memento Mori Vanitas Skull Old Master Oil Ex-Christie’s

Located in Yardley, PA

This wonderful 17th-century French School vanitas painting is a meditation on mortality and the transience of earthly pleasures. The composition centers on a finely rendered human sk...

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17th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Macbeth and the Three Witches a Painting on Panel by Francesco Zuccarelli
Macbeth and the Three Witches a Painting on Panel by Francesco Zuccarelli

Macbeth and the Three Witches a Painting on Panel by Francesco Zuccarelli

By Francesco Zuccarelli

Located in PARIS, FR

This painting, created during Zuccarelli's stay in England, represents the decisive moment when Macbeth, together with Banquo, meets the three witches who announce that he will be Ki...

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1760s Old Masters Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Antique Oushak Carpet, Turkish Handmade Oriental Rugs, Coral, Orange, Light Blue
Antique Oushak Carpet, Turkish Handmade Oriental Rugs, Coral, Orange, Light Blue

Antique Oushak Carpet, Turkish Handmade Oriental Rugs, Coral, Orange, Light Blue

Located in Port Washington, NY

West Anatolia is one of the largest weaving regions in Turkey. Since the 15th century, Turkish rugs have always been on top of the list for having fine Oriental rugs. size 17x23. ...

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Antique 19th Century Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Salvador Dali Art Recipe Book, Les Diners de Gala, 1971 France, First Edition
Salvador Dali Art Recipe Book, Les Diners de Gala, 1971 France, First Edition

Salvador Dali Art Recipe Book, Les Diners de Gala, 1971 France, First Edition

Located in New York, NY

Welcome to surrealism. A rare, collectable, first edition, Salvador Dali art and recipe cookbook, 'Les Diners de Gala', 1971, Paris, France. (Copy/text is in English language.) A gre...

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20th Century French Books

Materials

Paper

1950s Set of Five Danish Knud Kyhn Bear Sculptures for Royal Copenhagen
1950s Set of Five Danish Knud Kyhn Bear Sculptures for Royal Copenhagen

1950s Set of Five Danish Knud Kyhn Bear Sculptures for Royal Copenhagen

By Royal Copenhagen, Knud Kyhn

Located in Knebel, DK

Set of five Danish Knud Kyhn bear sculptures for Royal Copenhagen The five lively bear sculptures were created by Knud Kyhn (1880-1969) Knud Kyhn worked for for Royal Copenhagen f...

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Stoneware

English Cast Iron Umbrella  / Cane Stand. Circa 1840
English Cast Iron Umbrella  / Cane Stand. Circa 1840

English Cast Iron Umbrella / Cane Stand. Circa 1840

Located in Charleston, SC

English cast iron umbrella / cane stand with three section top, scrolled floral side mounts, four removable pans, and terminating on decorative cast egg and dart base.

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Antique 19th Century British Umbrella Stands

Pair of French Art Deco Wrought Iron and Glass Cachepots by Muller Freres, 1930s
Pair of French Art Deco Wrought Iron and Glass Cachepots by Muller Freres, 1930s

Pair of French Art Deco Wrought Iron and Glass Cachepots by Muller Freres, 1930s

By Louis Majorelle, Muller Frères, Edgar Brandt

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A wonderful pair of Muller Freres art glass and nickel-plated wrought iron cachepots. Dating to the Art Deco period. In the style of Edgar Brandt or Louis Majorelle with blown ...

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Wrought Iron

Late Victorian Dark Walnut Piano Stool with Sheet Compartment
Late Victorian Dark Walnut Piano Stool with Sheet Compartment

Late Victorian Dark Walnut Piano Stool with Sheet Compartment

Located in Germantown, MD

A late Victorian Walnut Piano Stool featuring a lift-up seat that reveals a built-in compartment for storing sheet music. It is characterized by its darl walnut wood construction and...

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Antique Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Stools

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

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