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Antique PAIR Set Carved Black Forest Game Trophy Wall Plaque Swiss Pheasant Owl
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Pair 19th century carved Black Forest game trophy wall plaque Swiss pheasant owl.
A matched pair of large Black Forest hanging game plaques.
Beautifully detailed hand carvings, with intertwined oak leaves, vines, and acorns, surroundeing the artfully and naturalistically carved birds.
Large dimensionally carved owl and other fowl, with wings spread across the plaques…note the carved feathers, feet, eyes and beaks! More carvings of hunting accouterments, including rifle, hunt horn, and bag.
These sculptures were typically hung on the wall as trophies in the 18th & 19th century. (Note the carvings are attached to the oval backs, so they could be removed from the backs, if so desired).
Brienz area, Switzerland, circa 1880.
Measurements:
32.5”ht. x 18.25” x 4”.
Depth is an estimate.
NOTE: All of our antiques are direct from Europe. I personally select each item for the quality, design and unique characteristics that you will always find in our distinctive inventory at Geaux Vintage Antiques. …” with all that, why ‘Geaux’ anywhere else?” …
- Dimensions:Height: 32.5 in (82.55 cm)Width: 18.25 in (46.36 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
- Style:Black Forest (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1880
- Condition:Repaired: Repairs to the oval backs and to a wing. Wear consistent with age and use. Good antique condition, having wear consistent with age and use, with dings, scratches, imperfections. Cracks to one oval back; repair to a wing. Carvings are only attached to the oval backs, so they could easily be replaced.
- Seller Location:Shreveport, LA
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