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Black Forest Amusing Pair of Owl Carved Bookends Circa 1900-20.
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for sale €205     $222
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Black Forest Amusing Pair of Owl Carved Bookends Circa 1900-20.

1900 - 1920
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Black Forest Amusing Pair Of Owl Carved Bookends Circa 1900-20.

The carved owl’s still with the original glass eyes standing on carved books

With fine carved pages.

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

Germany, 1900-20

13cm wide 13.5cm high 8cm deep

Price: £175,—

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

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Description
Black Forest Amusing Pair Of Owl Carved Bookends Circa 1900-20.

The carved owl’s still with the original glass eyes standing on carved books

With fine carved pages.

“
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 wide 13.5cm high 8cm deep

Price: £175,—

Date of Manufacture

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

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SA1217370
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

Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
Telephone 01575 540 207
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Cairngorms National Park
Angus
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A pair of carved wooden owl bookends positioned on bases shaped like stacked books with amber glass eyes.
Black Forest Amusing Pair Of Owl Carved Bookends Circa 1900-20.
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A pair of carved wooden owl bookends positioned on bases shaped like stacked books with amber glass eyes.
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  • ObjectBookends
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleBlack Forest
  • MaterialLinden Wood, Glass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsCarved owls, Glass eyes, Faux book bases

This pair of Black Forest bookends, dating from the period 1900 to 1920, is fashioned from linden wood with a warm brown colour. Each bookend depicts a carved owl perched atop a small book resting on a horizontal book base, complemented by amber glass eyes, finely carved pages, and a vertical book spine. The timber displays an old patination with signs of age and original used condition. They measure 13 cm wide by 13.5 cm high and 8 cm deep. Positioned on a bookshelf in a gentleman's library, these decorative bookends support rows of volumes while adding rustic detail to the study or living room. The carved motifs and naturalistic timber grain suit traditional and period interior schemes, bringing character to a home workspace or library reading area.

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Originating in Switzerland during the nineteenth century, Black Forest wood carving is a craft tradition known for detailed depictions of wildlife, foliage, and functional household objects. Despite the regional name, the movement primarily developed around the Brienz area rather than within Germany.

Carvers traditionally utilised soft, fine-grained timbers such as linden wood, lime wood, or walnut to allow for detailed hand carving. Secondary materials often included inset glass beads or blown glass for animal eyes.

Authentic pieces display distinct tool marks from hand chisels, natural wood grain variation, and hand-fitted elements. Period examples show subtle wear along structural points and edges consistent with genuine usage over time.

Position these carved bookends on a bookshelf, desk, or mantelpiece to introduce wood texture into a room scheme. Contrast the traditional carved forms against modern hardcover books, brass objects, or minimalist shelving.

Remove dust regularly using a soft, dry bristles brush to clear deep carving crevices without scratching the surface. Apply a thin coat of clear beeswax polish annually to protect the timber finish and prevent drying out.
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