Pair of Victorian Antler Candle Holders With Fine Carvings, Germany Ca. 1880

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Pair of Victorian Antler Candle Holders with Fine Carvings, Germany ca. 1880

A pair of Victorian candle holders, made of … more Pair of Victorian Antler Candle Holders with Fine Carvings, Germany ca. 1880

A pair of Victorian candle holders, made of ebonized wood and horns from the deer. Each features an ondulating carved relief displaying scenes of the deer hunt. Executed in Germany ca. 1880. These candle sticks would be great rustic additions to any lodge cabin decoration. Very good condition, please contact us for a detailed condition report.

Antler furniture have been one of the popular novelties of the great exhibition of the industries of all nations in London in 1851. A new lifestlye trend was born and the ambitious European middle-class generated a fabulous upswing. One of the first designers to be mentioned is the German horn carver and furniture manufacturer H. F. C. Rampendahl who gained enthusiastic successes on several world exhibitions with his antler furniture. In the aftermath one began to manufacture antler furniture in series.

Measures:
Width: 4.13" (10.5 cm)
Height: 9.84" (25 cm)
Depth: 4.13" (10.5 cm)

This item contains parts of animal origin, which belong to non-threatened and non-endangered animals and which comply with US Fish & Wildlife regulations. They are not listed in Appendices I and II of CITES. Our international shipments respect the laws of all countries.

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. less