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Antique Swiss Black Forest Carved Wood Bear Head Lidded Tobacco Box

$3,650
£2,709.93
€3,157.82
CA$5,067.38
A$5,668.18
CHF 2,949.76
MX$69,777.25
NOK 37,527
SEK 35,207.72
DKK 23,560.45
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About the Item

Of large scale, the well-delineated and intricately carved head of a dog with hat motif lid; the expressive face with glass eyes and large snout; most likely from the Black forest area in the Swiss city of Interlagen
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8 in (20.32 cm)Width: 8 in (20.32 cm)Depth: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)
  • Style:
    Black Forest (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    late 19th Century
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. good antique condition with overall even wear and patina.
  • Seller Location:
    San Francisco, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 606721stDibs: LU797041667812

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