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Late 19th Century Finely Carved Black Forest Linden Wood Figure of a Female Ibex
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Late 19th Century Finely Carved Black Forest Linden Wood Figure of a Female Ibex

19th century
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A late 19th century Black Forest finely carved linden wood figure of a female ibex.

The ibex is depicted on naturalistic rocky terrain, the fine carving typical of the superb work produced in the Brienz area of Switzerland.

The small village of Brienz in The Swiss Alps is renowned for superbly and finely carved linden wood figures of farm and domestic animals that integrated into Swiss life as well as many other types of carvings.

The carvings from the Brienz region were known for being superbly naturalistic and realistic with wonderful depiction of fur, feathers etc. and from being carved from one piece of wood, often from lime or linden wood. These figures are finely carved with superb detail of their fur, faces, legs and tails etc. and this being typical of Black Forest carved figures.

This figure is in very good condition for age, is of stable construction and can go straight into a home.

Size:

Height: 25.25'' / 64cm

Width: 10.5'' / 26.5cm

Depth: 5.75'' / 14.5cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
64cm (25.20")
Width
26.5cm (10.43")
Depth
14.5cm (5.71")
Declaration

LVS Decorative Arts has dated this Black Forest Ibex Sculpture to the 1890s.

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SA1128824
Dealers Internal Reference
LVS1417
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LVS Decorative Arts is a small family run business based in Suffolk, specialising in an eclectic mix of fine quality and decorative antiques from around the world.

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Description
A late 19th century Black Forest finely carved linden wood figure of a female ibex.
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The ibex is depicted on naturalistic rocky terrain, the fine carving typical of the superb work produced in the Brienz area of Switzerland.
LVS Decorative Arts
fig 1. A late nineteenth-century hand-carved linden wood sculpture of a female ibex standing on a rocky naturalistic base.
fig 1. Late 19th Century Finely Carved Black Forest Linden Wood Figure of a Female Ibex

The small village of Brienz in The Swiss Alps is renowned for superbly and finely carved linden wood figures of farm and domestic animals that integrated into Swiss life as well as many other types of carvings.

fig 2. A late nineteenth-century hand-carved linden wood sculpture of a female ibex standing on a rocky naturalistic base.
fig 2. Late 19th Century Finely Carved Black Forest Linden Wood Figure of a Female Ibex

The carvings from the Brienz region were known for being superbly naturalistic and realistic with wonderful depiction of fur, feathers etc. and from being carved from one piece of wood, often from lime or linden wood. These figures are finely carved with superb detail of their fur, faces, legs and tails etc. and this being typical of Black Forest carved figures.

This figure is in very good condition for age, is of stable construction and can go straight into a home.

Size:

Height: 25.25'' / 64cm

Width: 10.5'' / 26.5cm

Depth: 5.75'' / 14.5cm

Height
64cm (25.20")
Width
26.5cm (10.43")
Depth
14.5cm (5.71")
Date of Manufacture

LVS Decorative Arts has dated this Black Forest Ibex Sculpture to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1128824
Dealers Internal Ref
LVS1417
LVS Decorative Arts
LVS Decorative Arts
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2011
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the LVS Decorative Arts Profile Page

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Late 19th Century Finely Carved Black Forest Linden Wood Figure of a Female Ibex

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A late nineteenth-century hand-carved linden wood sculpture of a female ibex standing on a rocky naturalistic base.
Late 19th century finely carved Black Forest linden wood figure of a female ibex
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  • ObjectSculptures
  • Period19th century
  • StyleBlack Forest
  • MaterialLinden Wood
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsCarved fur texture, Ridged horns, Naturalistic rocky base, Anatomical realism
  • SizeH 64 cm (25 in) x W 26.5 cm (10 in) x D 14.5 cm (6 in)

This late 19th century Black Forest sculpture depicts a female ibex standing atop a naturalistic rocky outcrop, created in the style typical of the Brienz region in Switzerland. The piece is formed from warm brown linden wood with a smooth finish, showcasing intricately carved textured fur across the animal's body, realistic facial features, pointed ears, and two ridged vertical horns. The structure stands on an oval wooden base measuring 64 cm high, 26.5 cm wide, and 14.5 cm deep. In a modern interior, this hand-carved animal figure suits display on a mantelpiece, a study bookshelf, or a side table in a traditional living room or highland hunting lodge scheme. The stable construction allows direct placement in a home setting without additional preparation, complementing wooden furniture and rustic decorative accessories.

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Originating in the Brienz region of Switzerland during the early nineteenth century, Black Forest woodcarving grew into a renowned cottage industry driven by tourist demand. Craftsmen specialized in carving realistic depictions of alpine wildlife, foliage, and rustic scenes using indigenous woods.

Carvers primarily utilized soft, close-grained woods such as linden (lime wood), walnut, and pearwood, which allowed for precise, high-relief detail. Glass eyes were occasionally inserted to enhance the realism of animal figures.

Authentic period pieces feature sharp hand-chiseled tool marks, realistic anatomical proportions, and detailed surface texturing representing fur or rock formations. Over time, original pieces develop a rich, natural patina and exhibit subtle variations typical of hand craftsmanship rather than modern machine production.

Position the piece on a mantelpiece, bookshelf, or sideboard as an accent object to introduce organic texture and historical warmth. Pair it alongside neutral stone, linen, or muted dark wood tones to integrate traditional craftsmanship into contemporary schemes.

Dust the surface regularly with a soft, dry bristle brush to clean recessed carved areas without scratching the finish. Avoid moisture, direct heat sources, and strong sunlight to prevent warping or cracking, applying a light coat of natural beeswax sparingly when necessary.
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