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A Large Black Forest Carved Dog Tobacco Box, Circa 1860
Robert Belcher Antiques
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A Large Black Forest Carved Dog Tobacco Box, Circa 1860

19th century
Description

This brilliantly hand carved walnut tobacco or pipe smoker stand is the best I have ever seen. It dates to circa 1860 and was made in the Black Forest region of Switzerland which is renowned for its local skills of producing fine hand carved objects often sold to wealthy travellers of the time.

This superb example is of a larger scale and depicts a very appealing dog with his two front legs raised onto a step with two bowls in front of him, presumably for food and water. He is tethered with a chain which is attached to his collar. The quality and detailing are a credit to the artist who carved it.

This splendid piece captures a very natural pose. The eyes are inlaid and are made from glass. The head is hinged and lifts back to reveal its true purpose as a container for pipe tobacco, and the bowls would be used for matches and resting a pipe.

Height 17cm x width 24cm x depth 19cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
17cm (6.69")
Width
24cm (9.45")
Depth
19cm (7.48")
Declaration

Robert Belcher Antiques has dated this Carved Dog Tobacco Box to the 1860s.

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SA1197067
Dealers Notes

Robert Belcher Antiques was established in 1984 and is a high-quality retailer of interesting, rare antiques and decorative objects. After forty years of shop keeping and maintaining beautiful showrooms, which have been regularly open six days a week, Robert and Wendy have now taken a slightly different approach to their business. Having sold their retail premises, the antique business is now fully online. The picture framing service has ceased to operate because of moving online.

You can contact Robert and Wendy by email or telephone to discuss items from their extensive catalogue of attractive pieces and make purchases. Customers can rest assured that the long-established dealership is continuing to run in an exceedingly professional way, selling genuine and high-quality items which are guaranteed to please the most discerning collector, decorator or homeowner.

All items will be personally hand packaged to a high standard. Small items are extensively wrapped using the best materials and are often double boxed. Items are then shipped with DHL or Royal Mail fully insured and often with next day delivery. Larger items would be personally delivered or sent with a specialist antique delivery firm, or for outside the U.K, a professional shipping company.

Please enjoy viewing their collection of rare and interesting pieces and have the assurance that Robert and Wendy will do their utmost to make sure your experience is exceptional, as has been recognised by many customers who have bought with confidence regularly over the years.

Contact details

Email: robertbelcherantiques@gmail.com

Telephone: 01905 622468

Mobile 07929 011224

07720 607007

Website: https://www.robertbelcherantiques.co.uk

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Description
This brilliantly hand carved walnut tobacco or pipe smoker stand is the best I have ever seen.
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It dates to circa 1860 and was made in the Black Forest region of Switzerland which is renowned for its local skills of producing fine hand carved objects often sold to wealthy travellers of the time.
Robert Belcher Antiques
fig 1. A 19th-century carved wooden tobacco box formed as a dog head with glass eyes and a hinged lid, set on a base with carved trays.
fig 1. A Large Black Forest Carved Dog Tobacco Box, Circa 1860

This superb example is of a larger scale and depicts a very appealing dog with his two front legs raised onto a step with two bowls in front of him, presumably for food and water. He is tethered with a chain which is attached to his collar. The quality and detailing are a credit to the artist who carved it.

fig 2. A 19th-century carved wooden tobacco box formed as a dog head with glass eyes and a hinged lid, set on a base with carved trays.
fig 2. A Large Black Forest Carved Dog Tobacco Box, Circa 1860

This splendid piece captures a very natural pose. The eyes are inlaid and are made from glass. The head is hinged and lifts back to reveal its true purpose as a container for pipe tobacco, and the bowls would be used for matches and resting a pipe.

Height 17cm x width 24cm x depth 19cm

Height
17cm (6.69")
Width
24cm (9.45")
Depth
19cm (7.48")
Date of Manufacture

Robert Belcher Antiques has dated this Carved Dog Tobacco Box to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1197067
Robert Belcher Antiques
Robert Belcher Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2017

Robert belcher antiques was established in 1984 and is a high quality retailer of interesting, rare antiques and decorative items.

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Archive I A 19th-century carved wooden tobacco box formed as a dog head with glass eyes and a hinged lid, set on a base with carved trays.

A Large Black Forest Carved Dog Tobacco Box, Circa 1860

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Robert Belcher Antiques

Robert Belcher Antiques
Telephone 07929 011224 or 01905 622468
Location
Worcestershire
United Kingdom

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A 19th-century carved wooden tobacco box formed as a dog head with glass eyes and a hinged lid, set on a base with carved trays.
A large Black Forest carved dog tobacco box, circa 1860
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A 19th-century carved wooden tobacco box formed as a dog head with glass eyes and a hinged lid, set on a base with carved trays.
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Originating in Switzerland and the Black Forest region during the 19th century, this carving tradition is characterised by detailed, realistic depictions of animals, flora, and rustic subjects.

These items were predominantly carved from dense hardwoods such as linden, walnut, or pear wood, and frequently incorporated glass inset eyes and metal hinges.

Authentic period pieces display hand-cut tool marks, natural timber shrinkage along the grain, historical surface patina, and period-appropriate joining techniques.

They are commonly styled as decorative accents on study desks, bookshelves, or side tables, layered alongside leather-bound volumes and brass objects.

Dust the surface regularly with a dry, soft-bristled brush, keep the object away from direct heat sources, and occasionally apply a clear microcrystalline wax.
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