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Black Forest Bear T0bacco Holder
Treehouse Antiques
for sale €462     $502
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Black Forest Bear T0bacco Holder

19th century
Description

Late 19th century carved linden wood black forest bear in a seated position, head is hinged with the inside available for storage of tobacco. The bear is well carved and in nice antique condition with glass eyes and the arms positioned to rest a pipe on

Physical Dimensions
Height
19cm (7.48")
Width
15cm (5.91")
Depth
14cm (5.51")
Declaration

Treehouse Antiques has dated this Black Forest Bear Humidor to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1222513
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UK mainland delivery £25 - £125 for far flung areas of scotland etc please contact US for a quote. Viewing is by appointment. Collection is always welcome.

Any enquiries regarding this item please telephone ian 07885472759 or

Linda 07886370802

Description
Late 19th century carved linden wood black forest bear in a seated position, head is hinged with the inside available for storage of tobacco.
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The bear is well carved and in nice antique condition with glass eyes and the arms positioned to rest a pipe on.
Treehouse Antiques
Height
19cm (7.48")
Width
15cm (5.91")
Depth
14cm (5.51")
Date of Manufacture

Treehouse Antiques has dated this Black Forest Bear Humidor to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1222513
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Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2017
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A carved dark brown wooden Black Forest bear depicted in a seated position with open jaws, featuring a removable head function.
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Archive I A carved dark brown wooden Black Forest bear depicted in a seated position with open jaws, featuring a removable head function.

BLACK FOREST BEAR T0BACCO HOLDER

Archive II A carved dark brown wooden Black Forest bear depicted in a seated position with open jaws, featuring a removable head function. View II
Archive III A carved dark brown wooden Black Forest bear depicted in a seated position with open jaws, featuring a removable head function. View III
Archive IV A carved dark brown wooden Black Forest bear depicted in a seated position with open jaws, featuring a removable head function. View IV
Archive V A carved dark brown wooden Black Forest bear depicted in a seated position with open jaws, featuring a removable head function. View V
Archive VI A carved dark brown wooden Black Forest bear depicted in a seated position with open jaws, featuring a removable head function. View VI
Archive VII A carved dark brown wooden Black Forest bear depicted in a seated position with open jaws, featuring a removable head function. View VII
Archive VIII A carved dark brown wooden Black Forest bear depicted in a seated position with open jaws, featuring a removable head function. View VIII
Archive IX A carved dark brown wooden Black Forest bear depicted in a seated position with open jaws, featuring a removable head function. View IX
Archive X A carved dark brown wooden Black Forest bear depicted in a seated position with open jaws, featuring a removable head function. View X
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Treehouse Antiques
Telephone 07885 472759
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Lancashire
United Kingdom

Viewing by appointment only.
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A carved dark brown wooden Black Forest bear depicted in a seated position with open jaws, featuring a removable head function.
BLACK FOREST BEAR T0BACCO HOLDER
Ref: SA1222513
A carved dark brown wooden Black Forest bear depicted in a seated position with open jaws, featuring a removable head function.
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Black Forest woodcarving originated in the Brienz region of Switzerland during the early nineteenth century. Local artisans created detailed wildlife figures, predominantly bears, to sell to international tourists visiting the Swiss Alps.

These items were predominantly carved from native Swiss hardwoods such as linden wood or lime wood, which allowed for precise detail, and were often finished with dark stains and inset glass eyes.

Authentic period pieces display crisp chisel marks, expressive hand-cut facial features, deeply gouged fur patterns, and natural age-related wear or patination on the base and interior surfaces.

The piece functions as a decorative tabletop sculpture on an office desk, library bookshelf, or fireplace mantelpiece alongside leather-bound books and brass accessories.

Dust regularly using a soft dry brush to clean recessed carved areas, apply a natural beeswax polish occasionally to prevent drying, and keep away from direct heat sources to prevent wood movement.
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