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Pair of Late 19th C. French Carved Oak Monks with Goblets, Black Forest Style

$1,800per set
£1,368.50per set
€1,579.30per set
CA$2,519.52per set
A$2,821.19per set
CHF 1,471.95per set
MX$34,374.09per set
NOK 18,678.05per set
SEK 17,757.85per set
DKK 11,788.41per set
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About the Item

Carved in France circa 1890, this expressive pair of antique oak monk figures blends Gallic charm with the rustic spirit of the Black Forest tradition. Each cheerful friar is shown mid-toast, raising a goblet in one hand while holding a tankard in the other. Their carved robes are belted with rope, detailed with dangling keys, and their rounded faces are animated with humorous expressions and spectacles. Hand-carved from solid oak, the figures display pronounced chisel work and a deeply textured surface, highlighting their artisanal origins. The robust forms and stylized gestures reflect the 19th-century taste for figural wood sculpture that celebrated both religious life and regional folklore. Each measures approximately 9 inches wide by 5.5 inches deep and 20 inches high. In excellent antique condition with a rich patina and light wear from age, these monks make a distinctive decorative pair, ideal for a wine cellar, study, or traditional French country interior
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 20 in (50.8 cm)Width: 9 in (22.86 cm)Depth: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Black Forest (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Oak,Hand-Carved,Patinated
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1890
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Dallas, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 251-2721stDibs: LU951245490072

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