Wooden Carved Black Forest Bear Matches Holder 1920s

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Wooden Carved Black Forest Bear Matches Holder 1920s

A nicely carved Black Forest bear matches holder. Executed in Brienz, Switzerland … more Wooden Carved Black Forest Bear Matches Holder 1920s

A nicely carved Black Forest bear matches holder. Executed in Brienz, Switzerland around 1920. Very good condition. A great addition to your Black Forest carvings collection.

Measures:
Width: 4.33" (11 cm)
Height: 4.53" (11.5 cm)
Depth: 3.15" (8 cm)

The tradition of wood carving, using manual skills to make everyday objects and fine art sculptures, is found throughout Europe. The incentive to create not only useful but also aesthetically beautiful things, distinguishes the craftsman from the artist. In addition to the well-known Swiss wood carving artists, others can also be named in Italy / Tyrol with Steiner, in Germany with Madel and in Austria with Heissl. Their wood-carving art works with sculptures, wall plaques and reliefs enhance any interior design.

artfour is an owner-managed trading company dealing in Black Forest woodcarvings, antler furniture and an impressive variety of unique decorative items. Our antiques are displayed in a 100 years old barn in southern Germany which we have remodeled ourselves. Antique pieces have been our passion since the 1980s. We ship worldwide, perfectly packed and with money back guarantee. This qualifies us as your preferred partner for Black Forest and antique art.

Literature Reference:
Peter F. Blackman, Black Forest Woodcarvings, Atglen 2009
Jay Arenski, Simon and Michael Daniels, Swiss Carvings - The Art of the Black Forest 1820 - 1940, Woodbridge 2005 less