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Western Yellow Wagtail Viechtauer Hand Carved Wood Bird Folk Art Austria 1920s

$210
£158.92
€183.28
CA$293.25
A$328.54
CHF 171
MX$4,000.93
NOK 2,178.34
SEK 2,051.38
DKK 1,368.16
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About the Item

A beautiful Austrian 20th century, carved wood bird, mounted on a stand for hanging. 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: 4.25 in (10.8 cm)Width: 6 in (15.24 cm)Depth: 2.63 in (6.69 cm)
  • Style:
    Black Forest (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1920s
  • 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. little dusty but this is old-age.
  • Seller Location:
    Nuernberg, DE
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: RegI_Bo3_ Schwarzblaurandbox_0231stDibs: LU3998143277162

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