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Swiss Black Forest Carved Owl With Glass Eyes, Early 1900s

$2,864.18
£2,090
€2,438.32
CA$3,923.21
A$4,363.47
CHF 2,278.47
MX$53,098.73
NOK 29,099.49
SEK 27,290.19
DKK 18,198.15
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About the Item

A delightful decorative owl. This finely hand carved Black Forest carved owl sculpture demonstrates incredible workmanship and attention to detail, along with his/her beautiful glass eyes. Please look at all our pictures to see the detail on the feathers, talons and beak. A great gift, or treat yourself. Crafted in Switzerland in the early 1900s.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14.57 in (37 cm)Width: 8.67 in (22 cm)Depth: 5.91 in (15 cm)
  • Style:
    Black Forest (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1900-1909
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1900s
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. Cleaned and gently polished by our restorer.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6450244516202

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