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Pair Signed Black Forest Bull and Cow Figures C1900
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Pair Signed Black Forest Bull and Cow Figures C1900

1900 - 1920
Description

This very striking PAIR OF BLACK FOREST CARVED WOOD BULL AND COW FIGURES date from circa 1900.

They are signed J. ABPLANALP (Jacob Abplanalp 1860 - 1930) to the front of the bases. Jacob ABPLANALP was a renowned carver from Brienz, Switzerland.

During their lifetime there have been losses to their ears and horns - all part of their history. There are no repairs.

The Figures are in good, unrestored condition.

Height: 6.25 inches (16 cm)

Width: 5.75 inches (14.5 cm)

Depth: 3.25 inches (8.5 cm)

Express Delivery within the UK is included. We ship Worldwide and are happy to quote for Overseas Delivery on request.

Physical Dimensions
Height
16cm (6.30")
Width
14.5cm (5.71")
Depth
8.5cm (3.35")
Declaration

Shaun King Antiques has dated this Carved Black Forest Cattle to the 1900s.

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SA1150875
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Description
This very striking PAIR OF BLACK FOREST CARVED WOOD BULL AND COW FIGURES date from circa 1900.

They are signed J. ABPLANALP (Jacob Abplanalp 1860 - 1930) to the front of the bases. Jacob ABPLANALP was a renowned carver from Brienz, Switzerland.

fig 1. A pair of hand-carved wooden sculptures depicting a bull and a cow standing on naturalistic carved bases with artist signatures.
fig 1. Pair Signed Black Forest Bull and Cow Figures C1900

During their lifetime there have been losses to their ears and horns - all part of their history. There are no repairs.

The Figures are in good, unrestored condition.

Height: 6.25 inches (16 cm)

Width: 5.75 inches (14.5 cm)

Depth: 3.25 inches (8.5 cm)

Express Delivery within the UK is included. We ship Worldwide and are happy to quote for Overseas Delivery on request.

Height
16cm (6.30")
Width
14.5cm (5.71")
Depth
8.5cm (3.35")
Date of Manufacture

Shaun King Antiques has dated this Carved Black Forest Cattle to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1150875
Shaun King Antiques
Shaun King Antiques
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Third generation antiques dealer selling a wide range of large and small antiques pre 1920.

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Pair Signed Black Forest Bull and Cow Figures C1900

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A pair of hand-carved wooden sculptures depicting a bull and a cow standing on naturalistic carved bases with artist signatures.
PAIR SIGNED BLACK FOREST BULL AND COW FIGURES c1900
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A pair of hand-carved wooden sculptures depicting a bull and a cow standing on naturalistic carved bases with artist signatures.
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Black Forest wood carving refers to a tradition of detailed, naturalistic wood sculpture originating predominantly in Brienz, Switzerland, during the 19th and early 20th centuries, often depicting native wildlife and domestic animals.

Craftsmen primarily used dense native hardwoods such as lime wood (linden), walnut, and pearwood, which allowed for intricate detail in fur texture, muscle tone, and realistic features.

Authentic pieces display precise hand-carved tool marks, realistic anatomical proportions, soft hand-waxed finishes with age patina in the deeper crevices, and occasionally artist signatures incised on the base.

Position a pair of carved wooden figures on a fireplace mantelpiece, open bookcase, or console table alongside unglazed ceramics and natural textiles to introduce rich wood tones and organic texture.

Keep carved wooden items away from direct heat sources and strong sunlight to prevent timber shrinkage, dusting regularly with a soft dry brush and applying natural beeswax polish sparingly when needed.
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