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Large Birds Nest Viechtauer Carved Wood Bird Folk Art Black Forest 1900s Austria

$460
£341.57
€401.16
CA$639.99
A$716.53
CHF 375.70
MX$8,853.19
NOK 4,734.07
SEK 4,468.77
DKK 2,993.16
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About the Item

A beautiful Austrian 19th to 20th century, carved wood bird nest, for hanging on a wall as wall decoration. The tradition of these in Austria called "Viechtauer" birds goes back to the early 19th century when unemployment was increasing in the alp regions and people began to carve toys and decoration pieces to survive their hard life. This is a beautiful folkart collectible to display at your wall in the hallway, house or Lodge. Found at an Estate sale in Vienna, Austria.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6.75 in (17.15 cm)Width: 8.63 in (21.93 cm)Depth: 3.75 in (9.53 cm)
  • Style:
    Black Forest (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1900s or older
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. With minor signs of wear as expected with age and use. Obviously this item is not new, so please check all photos before purchase.
  • Seller Location:
    Nuernberg, DE
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: RegI_Bo3_ Schwarzblaurandbox_0011stDibs: LU3998145616182

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