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Mid 19th Century Bear Head Wall Sculpture - Black Forest - Hand Sculpted

About the Item

A rare Black Forest wall sculpture with a bear head, hand sculpted from chestnut wood. Polychrome painted head, on a wood sculpted rococo-style frame with scrolls with a gold leaf finish. The bear's expressive features, textured fur, and slightly open mouth capture the raw power and spirit of the wilderness, a testament to the mastery of 19th-century Black Forest artisans. Made in the German Biedermeier period, 1850-1860. Dimensions: 45 cm tall and 30 cm wide Free shipping worldwide
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 17.72 in (45 cm)Width: 11.82 in (30 cm)Depth: 9.06 in (23 cm)
  • Style:
    Black Forest (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Chestnut,Gold Leaf,Hand-Carved
  • Place of Origin:
    Germany
  • Period:
    1850-1859
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1850-1860
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Casteren, NL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4904244755542

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