Early 20th Century Large Swiss H. Spring Black Forest Linden Wood Bear Umbrella Stand

Description

DETAILS
A rare, finely carved, antique umbrella stand modelled as a charming, standing bear with glass eyes, holding a tray. … more DETAILS
A rare, finely carved, antique umbrella stand modelled as a charming, standing bear with glass eyes, holding a tray. A curved branch forms the walking stick, cane or umbrella stand holder. With tole drip tray on base.

STYLE
Black Forest

PLACE OF ORIGIN
Interlaken, Brienz Region, Switzerland

MAKER
H. Spring (Swiss, 19th/20th century) | Active: Interlaken, Bern, Switzerland

MARKS
Carved mark (base): H. Spring. Interlaken

PERIOD
Early 20th century

DATE
Circa 1910

DIMENSIONS
Width 23.25 Depth 27.5 Height 44.5 inches
Tray: Width 15.25 inches

CONDITION
Note: restoration to umbrella holder branch. The tray originally revolved and is now fixed in place. Original finish. less