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Black Forest Small Amusing Pair of Owl Carved Bookends/ Letter Stand Circa 1900-20.
Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
for sale €146     $159
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Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland

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Black Forest Small Amusing Pair of Owl Carved Bookends/ Letter Stand Circa 1900-20.

1900 - 1920
Description

Black Forest Small Amusing Pair Of Owl Carved Bookends/ letter stand Circa 1900-20.

The carved owl’s still with the original glass eyes.

In very good original old used condition with nice old patination, and still with the original colours.

Germany, 1900-20

13cm high 8cm wide 6.5cm deep

Price: £125,--

Physical Dimensions
Height
13cm (5.12")
Width
8cm (3.15")
Depth
6.5cm (2.56")
Declaration

Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland has dated these Black Forest Owl Bookends to the 1910s.

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SA1215113
Description
Black Forest Small Amusing Pair Of Owl Carved Bookends/ letter stand Circa 1900-20.

The carved owl’s still with the original glass eyes.

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In very good original old used condition with nice old patination, and still with the original colours.
Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland

Germany, 1900-20

13cm high 8cm wide 6.5cm deep

Price: £125,--

Height
13cm (5.12")
Width
8cm (3.15")
Depth
6.5cm (2.56")
Date of Manufacture

Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland has dated these Black Forest Owl Bookends to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1215113
Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2019

For the new collector and the museum director.

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Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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Black Forest Small Amusing Pair Of Owl Carved Bookends/ letter stand Circa 1900-20.
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Black Forest woodcarvings originated in the Brienz region of Switzerland during the early nineteenth century. Local woodcarvers gained international acclaim for detailed depictions of wildlife, foliage, and functional household objects, which became popular souvenirs among wealthy travellers completing the Grand Tour.

These items were predominantly carved from native European hardwoods such as linden wood, walnut, or pear wood. Details such as eyes were frequently constructed from inset glass or amber-coloured beads to create realistic highlights.

Authentic period pieces display distinct hand-tool marks, expressive facial details, and naturalistic textures such as layered feather motifs. Wood surfaces typically exhibit genuine age-related patina, slight shrinkage along structural joints, and hand-fitted glass eyes.

Place the bookends on a dark timber desk, mahogany bookshelf, or stone mantelpiece to flank leather-bound books. Pairing natural carved wood with modern minimalist shelving creates textural contrast within contemporary or traditional studies.

Dust the detailed carving regularly using a soft-bristled brush to remove accumulation from fine crevices. Apply high-quality natural beeswax polish sparingly once or twice a year, avoiding direct sunlight and proximity to central heating radiators to prevent drying and cracking.
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