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Swallow Nest Viechtauer Hand Carved Wood Bird Black Forest Folk Art Austria 1900

$560
£425.75
€491.34
CA$783.85
A$877.70
CHF 457.94
MX$10,694.16
NOK 5,810.95
SEK 5,524.67
DKK 3,667.50
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About the Item

A beautiful, cute Austrian piece from the early 20th century. Birds carved from wood, polychrome painted, with glass eyes, nest-shaped, depicting naturalistic parents with three young. The tradition of these birds, known in Austria as "Viechtauer," dates back to the early 19th century, when unemployment increased in the Alpine regions and people began carving toys and decorative objects to survive their harsh lives. This beautiful folk art collectible is perfect for your hallway wall, home, or lodge. Found at an estate sale in Vienna, Austria.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5 in (12.7 cm)Width: 6 in (15.24 cm)Depth: 3.63 in (9.23 cm)
  • Style:
    Black Forest (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    early 20th Century
  • 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_0171stDibs: LU3998145200642

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