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Rare Original Antique Swiss Carved Black Forest “Walking Bear” ca. 1920

$3,200
£2,428.09
€2,776.30
CA$4,469.53
A$4,969.51
CHF 2,594.80
MX$60,491.06
NOK 33,108.58
SEK 31,021.16
DKK 20,720.04
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RARE ORIGINAL CARVED BLACK FOREST "WALKING BEAR" Probably Swiss, circa 1920 Retaining original glass black eyes 9 3/8" H x 5 1/8" D x 16 1/8" W A finely carved Black Forest bear, depicted mid-stride with mouth agape and detailed fur throughout, retaining its original glass eyes. Finished with a rich, dark stain, the figure captures the naturalistic vitality characteristic of late 19th- and early 20th-century Swiss carving. The undersides of the feet are twice marked "XIV". Condition: Numerous shrinkage cracks throughout the wooden body. Wear to the original finish, more notably on the raised elements and fur. ref. 503MYK05P About silla antiques & art Established in 2009, we have available in our 9000 square foot brick-and-mortar gallery an ever-changing selection of carefully curated and catalogued furniture, decorative arts, paintings, sculpture and estate jewelry. Our company has long specialized in sculpture circa 1860 through 1930 and as such the gallery always has a very large collection of exceptional European and American sculpture available on display. The gallery is located at 117 W Burd Street in Shippensburg, Pennsylvania and is open by appointment only. We welcome your visit and would love to meet with you at the shop. For clients located outside of the area, we are always available to discuss items by video conferencing or by phone.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.38 in (23.83 cm)Width: 16.13 in (40.98 cm)Depth: 5.13 in (13.04 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1920
  • Condition:
    Numerous shrinkage cracks throughout the wooden body. Wear to the original finish, more notably on the raised elements and fur.
  • Seller Location:
    Shippensburg, PA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 503MYK05P1stDibs: LU1059044836212

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