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Antique Swiss Wood-Carving, Family of Cows, Circa 1880-1900
Antique Swiss Wood-Carving, Family of Cows, Circa 1880-1900

Antique Swiss Wood-Carving, Family of Cows, Circa 1880-1900

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique Swiss carved Family of cows, Circa 1880-1900. Exceptional Art of wood-carving.

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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Relief Wood Carving Nest Robber, Black Forest, ca. 1890
Relief Wood Carving Nest Robber, Black Forest, ca. 1890

Relief Wood Carving Nest Robber, Black Forest, ca. 1890

Located in Berghuelen, DE

the artist. In addition to the well-known Swiss wood carving artists, others can also be named in

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Antique Late 19th Century German Rustic Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Large Hand-Carved Statue of an Eagle, Black Forest ca. 1900
Large Hand-Carved Statue of an Eagle, Black Forest ca. 1900

Large Hand-Carved Statue of an Eagle, Black Forest ca. 1900

Located in Berghuelen, DE

century in southern Germany. The tradition of wood carving, using manual skills to make everyday objects

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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

19th Century Large Swiss Folk Art Carving of a Leaping Bull
19th Century Large Swiss Folk Art Carving of a Leaping Bull

19th Century Large Swiss Folk Art Carving of a Leaping Bull

Located in Brecht, BE

A very large and extremely imposing 19th century Swiss Folk Art carving of a Leaping Bull. Formerly

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Antique Mid-19th Century Swiss Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Wooden Carved Ibex and Chamois Sculptures attr. to Rudolf Heissl jr. ca. 1960s
Wooden Carved Ibex and Chamois Sculptures attr. to Rudolf Heissl jr. ca. 1960s

Wooden Carved Ibex and Chamois Sculptures attr. to Rudolf Heissl jr. ca. 1960s

Located in Berghuelen, DE

. In addition to the well-known Swiss wood carving artists, others can also be named in Italy / Tyrol

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Mid-20th Century Austrian Black Forest Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Relief Woodcarving by Hermann Steiner Meran 19th Century
Relief Woodcarving by Hermann Steiner Meran 19th Century

Relief Woodcarving by Hermann Steiner Meran 19th Century

By Hermann Steiner

Located in Berghuelen, DE

the artist. In addition to the well-known Swiss wood carving artists, others can also be named in

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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Black Forest Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

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

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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Large Wooden Carved Female Cattle Sculpture Brienz Switzerland ca. 1920s
Large Wooden Carved Female Cattle Sculpture Brienz Switzerland ca. 1920s

Large Wooden Carved Female Cattle Sculpture Brienz Switzerland ca. 1920s

Located in Berghuelen, DE

condition, horns restored (almost not visible). The tradition of wood carving in Brienz dates back to mid

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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

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

lost like seen in pictures. Made of Hand carved wood and glass eyes. Found at an estate sale in Liege

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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Sculptures and Carvings

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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

Swiss woodcarvers from the area of Brienz, ca. 1900. The tradition of wood carving, using manual skills

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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

A Swiss Black Forest gnome matchstick holder/striker made in 1916
A Swiss Black Forest gnome matchstick holder/striker made in 1916

A Swiss Black Forest gnome matchstick holder/striker made in 1916

Located in Central England, GB

This superb small Black Forest hand-carved lime wood novelty match holder features a standing gnome

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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

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 Black Forest, Brienz Switzerland

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

patina of the wood adds warmth and character, while the dark, beveled wooden frame complements the ornate

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Antique 1880s French Grand Tour Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Beautiful Brienz Bear Counter Desk Bell or Service Ringer, Antique Switzerland
Beautiful Brienz Bear Counter Desk Bell or Service Ringer, Antique Switzerland

Beautiful Brienz Bear Counter Desk Bell or Service Ringer, Antique Switzerland

Located in Nuernberg, DE

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

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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Whimsical Carving of a Dwarf with Snuffbox, 19th Century
Whimsical Carving of a Dwarf with Snuffbox, 19th Century

Whimsical Carving of a Dwarf with Snuffbox, 19th Century

Located in Berghuelen, DE

addition to the well-known Swiss wood carving artists, others can also be named in Italy / Tyrol with

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Antique Mid-19th Century Unknown Black Forest Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

19th Century Black Forest Carved Bear Motif Wood Box with Swing-Out Compartment
19th Century Black Forest Carved Bear Motif Wood Box with Swing-Out Compartment

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 Swiss Black Forest Sculptures and Carvings

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Glass, Wood

Antique beautiful Brienz Bear Statue Wood Carved on an Ebonized Wooden Base 1890
Antique beautiful Brienz Bear Statue Wood Carved on an Ebonized Wooden Base 1890

Antique beautiful Brienz Bear Statue Wood Carved on an Ebonized Wooden Base 1890

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. More than likely one of...

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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Wooden Micro Carving Plaque by Johann Rint ca. 1880
Wooden Micro Carving Plaque by Johann Rint ca. 1880

Wooden Micro Carving Plaque by Johann Rint ca. 1880

Located in Berghuelen, DE

well-known Swiss wood carving artists, others can also be named in Italy / Tyrol with Steiner, in

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Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Black Forest Decorative Art

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Wood

Antique Carved Wood Tobacco Pipe with Soldier Head
Antique Carved Wood Tobacco Pipe with Soldier Head

Antique Carved Wood Tobacco Pipe with Soldier Head

Located in Berghuelen, DE

to the well-known Swiss wood carving artists, others can also be named in Italy / Tyrol with Steiner

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Antique Late 19th Century German Black Forest Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Wood

19th Century Black Forest Carved Dinner Gong
19th Century Black Forest Carved Dinner Gong

19th Century Black Forest Carved Dinner Gong

By Black Forest

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

19th century Swiss Black Forest carved brass dinner gong suspended by two trees each having a

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Early 20th Century Swiss Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Antique Wood Box With Carvings, Interlaken, Swiss, 1900s
Antique Wood Box With Carvings, Interlaken, Swiss, 1900s

Antique Wood Box With Carvings, Interlaken, Swiss, 1900s

Located in Greven, DE

Antique box with beautiful carvings, around 1900. The top of the box is encarved with the flower of

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Early 20th Century Swiss Decorative Boxes

Materials

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

order. Lamp bases with some old worm holes, not longer active. The tradition of wood carving in Brienz

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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Sculptures and Carvings

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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

Switzerland, around 1900. The tradition of wood carving in Brienz dates back to mid of the 19th century

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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Finely Carved Statue of a Bull, Black Forest ca. 1900
Finely Carved Statue of a Bull, Black Forest ca. 1900

Finely Carved Statue of a Bull, Black Forest ca. 1900

Located in Berghuelen, DE

: 11.02" (28.0 cm) Height: 5.12" (13.0 cm) Depth: 5.51" (14.0 cm) The tradition of wood carving in Brienz

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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Black Forest Carved Cat Match Holder
Black Forest Carved Cat Match Holder

Black Forest Carved Cat Match Holder

By Black Forest

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

wood carving industry of Switzerland started in the town of Brienz. By the end of the 1800’s it had

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Antique 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Black Forest Carved Candle Holder
Black Forest Carved Candle Holder

Black Forest Carved Candle Holder

By Black Forest

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

published. In the 1800’s the wood carving industry of Switzerland started in the town of Brienz. By the end

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Antique 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Hand-Carved Swiss Black Forest Clock Plaque by Johann Huggler
Hand-Carved Swiss Black Forest Clock Plaque by Johann Huggler

Hand-Carved Swiss Black Forest Clock Plaque by Johann Huggler

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

Swiss Wood Carving School in Brienz in Circa 1870, where all the carvers learned the craft to produce

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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Wall Clocks

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Wood

Large Carved Wood Chamois Sculpture, Black Forest, circa 1900
Large Carved Wood Chamois Sculpture, Black Forest, circa 1900

Large Carved Wood Chamois Sculpture, Black Forest, circa 1900

Located in Berghuelen, DE

, distinguishes the craftsman from the artist. In addition to the well-known Swiss wood carving artists, others

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Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Black Forest Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Antique Circa 1880 Pair of Super Rare Black Forest Hand Carved Dwarf Whip Hooks
Antique Circa 1880 Pair of Super Rare Black Forest Hand Carved Dwarf Whip Hooks

Antique Circa 1880 Pair of Super Rare Black Forest Hand Carved Dwarf Whip Hooks

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Swiss made Black Forest wood, whip hooks of two Dwarfs These are a very very rare pair, the Dwarfs

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Antique 1880s Swiss Black Forest Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Antique circa 1880 Super Rare Black Forest Hand Carved and Painted Whip Hook
Antique circa 1880 Super Rare Black Forest Hand Carved and Painted Whip Hook

Antique circa 1880 Super Rare Black Forest Hand Carved and Painted Whip Hook

By Black Forest

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this exceptionally rare, stunning, original circa 1880 Swiss

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Antique 1880s Swiss Black Forest Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

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

. A very detailed and natural carving excecuted by one of the Swiss woodcarvers from the area of

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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Blown Glass

Fine Carved Wood Chamois Family by Ernst Heissl, circa 1900
Fine Carved Wood Chamois Family by Ernst Heissl, circa 1900

Fine Carved Wood Chamois Family by Ernst Heissl, circa 1900

By Ernst Heissl

Located in Berghuelen, DE

well-known Swiss wood carving artists, others can also be named in Italy / Tyrol with Steiner, in

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Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Black Forest Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Carved Wood Chamois Family by Ernst Heissl, Ebensee Austria, circa 1900
Carved Wood Chamois Family by Ernst Heissl, Ebensee Austria, circa 1900

Carved Wood Chamois Family by Ernst Heissl, Ebensee Austria, circa 1900

By Ernst Heissl

Located in Berghuelen, DE

things, distinguishes the craftsman from the artist. In addition to the well-known Swiss wood carving

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Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Black Forest Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Antique Swiss Black Forest Wood and Marble Lucerne Lion Carving
Antique Swiss Black Forest Wood and Marble Lucerne Lion Carving

Antique Swiss Black Forest Wood and Marble Lucerne Lion Carving

By Black Forest

Located in Newark, England

this Swiss Black Forest Lucerne Lion Carving. The Lucerne Lion carved from Linden wood with fine detail

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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Art Nouveau Animal Sculptures

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Marble

Black Forest wood carving of man blowing a swiss horn
Black Forest wood carving of man blowing a swiss horn

Black Forest wood carving of man blowing a swiss horn

Located in Seattle, WA

Unique patina wood carving of Swiss origin. Vintage condition as pictured. Listing is for described

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Wooden Carved Victorian Lady Wall Plaque, circa 1920
Wooden Carved Victorian Lady Wall Plaque, circa 1920

Wooden Carved Victorian Lady Wall Plaque, circa 1920

Located in Berghuelen, DE

things, distinguishes the craftsman from the artist. In addition to the well-known Swiss wood carving

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Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Wood

Antique Baroque Music Stand, Limewood, Intricate Carvings, Swiss
Antique Baroque Music Stand, Limewood, Intricate Carvings, Swiss

Antique Baroque Music Stand, Limewood, Intricate Carvings, Swiss

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A Mid-18th Century, antique conductor’s music stand from Brienz, Switzerland, in good condition. It

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Antique Mid-18th Century Swiss Baroque Music Stands

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Wood

A Wooden Carved Black Forest Bear Desk Set ca. 1920s
A Wooden Carved Black Forest Bear Desk Set ca. 1920s

A Wooden Carved Black Forest Bear Desk Set ca. 1920s

Located in Berghuelen, DE

, distinguishes the craftsman from the artist. In addition to the well-known Swiss wood carving artists, others

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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Wooden Carved Black Forest Bear, Brienz around 1920s
Wooden Carved Black Forest Bear, Brienz around 1920s

Wooden Carved Black Forest Bear, Brienz around 1920s

Located in Berghuelen, DE

artist. In addition to the well-known Swiss wood carving artists, others can also be named in Italy

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Vintage 1920s Swiss Black Forest Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

A Wooden Carved Black Forest Bear with Glass Vase ca. 1900s
A Wooden Carved Black Forest Bear with Glass Vase ca. 1900s

A Wooden Carved Black Forest Bear with Glass Vase ca. 1900s

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Forest carvings. The tradition of wood carving, using manual skills to make everyday objects and fine

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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Blown Glass

A Wooden Carved Bavarian Board Chair ca. 1900
A Wooden Carved Bavarian Board Chair ca. 1900

A Wooden Carved Bavarian Board Chair ca. 1900

Located in Berghuelen, DE

good sturdy condition. The tradition of wood carving, using manual skills to make everyday objects and

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Early 20th Century German Black Forest Chairs

Materials

Wood

Antique Salt and Pepper Bowl with Wooden Carved Bear
Antique Salt and Pepper Bowl with Wooden Carved Bear

Antique Salt and Pepper Bowl with Wooden Carved Bear

Located in Berghuelen, DE

well-known Swiss wood carving artists, others can also be named in Italy / Tyrol with Steiner, in

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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Serving Pieces

Materials

Blown Glass, Wood

Large Wooden Carved Black Forest Weather Station with Deer
Large Wooden Carved Black Forest Weather Station with Deer

Large Wooden Carved Black Forest Weather Station with Deer

Located in Berghuelen, DE

, function not tested. The tradition of wood carving, using manual skills to make everyday objects and fine

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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Black Forest Scientific Instruments

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Wood

Wooden Carved Black Forest Garden Fountain Water Spout 19th century
Wooden Carved Black Forest Garden Fountain Water Spout 19th century

Wooden Carved Black Forest Garden Fountain Water Spout 19th century

Located in Berghuelen, DE

artist. In addition to the well-known Swiss wood carving artists, others can also be named in Italy

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Antique Late 19th Century German Black Forest Fountains

Materials

Wood

Swiss Black Forest Carving of William Tell and Son
Swiss Black Forest Carving of William Tell and Son

Swiss Black Forest Carving of William Tell and Son

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

Antique Swiss Black Forest carving of William Tell and son. Portrays man (William Tell) holding

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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Figurative Sculptures

Materials

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

wood carving. The disabled long hair terrier is resting beside a stub with his crook on his legs. The

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Early 20th Century Swiss Rustic Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Antique Wooden Carved Crib Figurine of a Shepherd
Antique Wooden Carved Crib Figurine of a Shepherd

Antique Wooden Carved Crib Figurine of a Shepherd

Located in Berghuelen, DE

) Depth 16.93" (43cm) The tradition of wood carving, using manual skills to make everyday objects and

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Antique Mid-19th Century German Black Forest Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

19th Century Swiss 'Black Forest' Carving a Dog Family
19th Century Swiss 'Black Forest' Carving a Dog Family

19th Century Swiss 'Black Forest' Carving a Dog Family

By Walter Mäder

Located in London, GB

of wood carving may be visited today. References: Arenski, Jay, Michael Daniels, and Simon

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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Animal Sculptures

Materials

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

from the artist. In addition to the well-known Swiss wood carving artists, others can also be named in

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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Books

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Wood

Antique Black Forest Carved Bear Smoking / Side Table, ca. 1900
Antique Black Forest Carved Bear Smoking / Side Table, ca. 1900

Antique Black Forest Carved Bear Smoking / Side Table, ca. 1900

Located in Berghuelen, DE

markets. The tradition of wood carving, using manual skills to make everyday objects and fine art

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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Black Forest Tables

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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

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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Animal Sculptures

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Wood

A Wooden Carved Black Forest Pen Holder with Bear ca. 1930
A Wooden Carved Black Forest Pen Holder with Bear ca. 1930

A Wooden Carved Black Forest Pen Holder with Bear ca. 1930

Located in Berghuelen, DE

around the 1930s. The tradition of wood carving, using manual skills to make everyday objects and fine

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Vintage 1930s German Black Forest Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Large Black Forest Woodcarving Ibex Sculpture, Austria, circa 1920
Large Black Forest Woodcarving Ibex Sculpture, Austria, circa 1920

Large Black Forest Woodcarving Ibex Sculpture, Austria, circa 1920

Located in Berghuelen, DE

) Depth: 8.66" (22cm) The tradition of wood carving, using manual skills to make everyday objects and

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Early 20th Century Austrian Black Forest Animal Sculptures

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Wood

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 Black Forest, Brienz Switzerland

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

This exquisite antique wooden wall shelf features intricate carvings of vine leaves and tendrils

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Antique 1890s German Black Forest Shelves

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Wood

Black Forest Wood Carving of an Ibex
Black Forest Wood Carving of an Ibex

Black Forest Wood Carving of an Ibex

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

An imposing ‘Black Forest’ wood carving of an Ibex, standing on a rocky outcrop with

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Antique 1880s Swiss Black Forest Animal Sculptures

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Wood

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Swiss Wood Carvings For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of Swiss wood carvings for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct Swiss wood carvings — often made from wood, glass and paint — can elevate any home. There are all kinds of Swiss wood carvings available, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of Swiss wood carvings to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Modern Swiss wood carvings are of considerable interest. Swiss wood carvings have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Black Forest and Johann Huggler are consistently popular.

How Much are Swiss Wood Carvings?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $4,091, while they’re typically $405 on the low end and $176,955 highest priced.
Questions About Swiss Wood Carvings
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    To identify wood carvings, get a magnifying glass and inspect your items. Some artisans marked their carvings with symbols or signed them. Researching any markings found on your carving may allow you to identify the maker who produced it and potentially learn more about the piece from there. If you're unable to find a maker's mark, the best approach is likely to use the services of a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of wood carvings.
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    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.
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    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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    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.
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    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.
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