Skip to main content
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 11

19th Century Finely Carved Wooden Wall Panel with Sphinx, Dolphins & Scrollwork

About the Item

This exceptional masterpiece of the 19th Century showcases remarkable craftsmanship with finest detailing. The carved wooden wall panel shows a composition featuring a central mythological sphinx, beautifully rendered with delicate facial features, flowing hair, and majestic wings. Surrounding the sphinx is an elaborate array of scrolling acanthus leaves, dynamic floral motifs, and gracefully intertwined dolphins, symbolizing harmony and fluid motion. Carved in high relief, the panel exhibits fine attention to detail with a textured background that enhances the depth and contrast of the design. The rich patina of the wood adds warmth and character, while the dark, beveled wooden frame complements the ornate carving, making it a striking decorative piece. This unique artwork reflects the 19th-century fascination with classical mythology and decorative arts, making it a perfect addition to both traditional and eclectic interiors. Ideal for display as a focal wall piece, it embodies timeless elegance and historic charm.
  • Similar to:
    Black Forest (Manufacturer)Brienz Switzerland (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8.27 in (21 cm)Width: 28.43 in (72.2 cm)Depth: 1.42 in (3.6 cm)
  • Style:
    Grand Tour (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. minor shrinking but otherwise in perfect condition for its high age.
  • Seller Location:
    Bad Säckingen, DE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7989243590612

More From This Seller

View All
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, showcasing exceptional craftsmanship typical of t...
Category

Antique 1890s German Black Forest Shelves

Materials

Wood

Cute Black Forest Carved Wood Bear Match Box Holder with Ashtray Brienz
By Black Forest, Brienz Switzerland
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
Ths antique German or Swiss bear figurine is a really lovely item and a remarkable piece of craftsmanship regarding its fine carving, dating back...
Category

Antique 1880s German Victorian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Wood

Antique Chip Carved Wooden Box with Geometric Floral Design, 19th Century
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This antique chip-carved wooden box, from the late 19th century, features intricate geometric and floral patterns on its surface. The hand-carved details showcase a symmetrical arran...
Category

Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Collection of 6 Antique Hand-Carved Wood Vanity Mirrors Brienz Black Forest
By Black Forest, Brienz Switzerland
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This stunning collection of six antique hand-carved wooden vanity mirrors showcases intricate craftsmanship from the Brienz Black Forest region. Ea...
Category

Antique 1880s Swiss Black Forest Wall Mirrors

Materials

Wood, Mirror

Antique Carved Buck Head Brienz Black Forest Wood Carving Glass Eyes
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This exquisite antique wall-mounted buck head showcases the exceptional craftsmanship of woodcarving, likely originating from the Brienz or the Black Forest region, renowned for its ...
Category

Antique Early 1900s German Black Forest Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Glass, Wood

Antique Late 19th Century Wooden Abacus with Brass Rods and Wood Beads
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This antique late 19th-century wooden abacus is a timeless tool of calculation, showcasing beautifully crafted natural wood beads in alternating shades of brown and black. The frame ...
Category

Antique 1890s Czech Folk Art Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

You May Also Like

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 carved climbing bear. Very neat and unique piece of Bla...
Category

Early 20th Century Swiss Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

A Wooden Carved Treen Nutcracker, 19th Century
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
A Wooden Carved Treen Nutcracker, 19th Century Dimension: Height: 12 cm Diameter: 4 cm. Provenance: Private Australian Collection.
Category

Antique 19th Century European Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Hardwood

A Wooden Carved Treen Nutcracker, 19th Century
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
A Wooden Carved Treen Nutcracker, 19th Century Dimension: Height: 15 cm Diameter: 5 cm. Provenance: Private Australian Collection.
Category

Antique 19th Century European Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Hardwood

A Wooden Carved Treen Nutcracker, 19th Century
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
A Wooden Carved Treen Nutcracker, 19th Century Dimension: Height: 12 cm Diameter: 4 cm. Provenance: Private Australian Collection.
Category

Antique 19th Century European Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Hardwood

Late 19th Century Carved Wooden Angel
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Impressive wood carved angel with amazing detail. Certainly the work of a master carver. Found among the entire contents of a Catholic Church in the Midwest which was said to have cl...
Category

Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Statues

Materials

Gesso, Wood, Paint

A Wooden Carved Treen Nutcracker, 19th Century
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
A Wooden Carved Treen Nutcracker, 19th Century Dimension: Height: 9.5 cm Diameter: 4.5 cm. Provenance: Private Australian Collection.
Category

Antique 19th Century European Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Hardwood

Recently Viewed

View All