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Black Forest Amusing Pair of Owl Carved Bookends Circa 1900-20.
Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
for sale €205     $222
£175
Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland

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

1900 - 1920
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.
Marked with stamp Foreign, this stamp was used around 1900.

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,--

Physical Dimensions
Height
13.5cm (5.31")
Width
13cm (5.12")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
Declaration

Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland has dated these Black Forest Owl Bookends to the 1900s.

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SA1230792
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.
Marked with stamp Foreign, this stamp was used around 1900.

“
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,--

Height
13.5cm (5.31")
Width
13cm (5.12")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
Date of Manufacture

Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland has dated these Black Forest Owl Bookends to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1230792
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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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland Profile Page

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

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Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland

Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
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Cairngorms National Park
Angus
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Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
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A pair of hand-carved wooden bookends featuring owls with glass eyes perched on carved book bases.
Black Forest Amusing Pair Of Owl Carved Bookends Circa 1900-20.
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A pair of hand-carved wooden bookends featuring owls with glass eyes perched on carved book bases.
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Originating primarily in the Brienz region of Switzerland during the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, Black Forest woodcarvings are characterised by naturalistic depictions of flora and fauna. Artisans utilised fine hardwoods to create realistic three-dimensional figures, frequently incorporating glass eyes and intricate fur or feather detailing.

Traditional carved bookends were predominantly crafted from dense local hardwoods such as linden wood, walnut, oak, or fruitwood. Additional components, such as inset glass eyes for animal figures or weighted metal bases, were commonly integrated to enhance visual realism and structural stability.

Authentic pieces feature crisp, hand-chiseled tool marks rather than uniform machine moulding, along with natural wood grain variations and age-appropriate patination. Animal carvings often display individually set glass eyes, detailed undercutting, and smooth wear on high-touch surfaces.

Antique carved bookends function effectively as functional decorative objects on contemporary shelving units, mantlepieces, or executive desks. Their tactile timber surfaces provide textural contrast when styled alongside modern minimalist books and neutral accents.

Dust the carvings regularly using a soft brush to clean crevices without abrading the surface. Apply a thin layer of natural beeswax paste annually to nourish the timber and maintain the patinated finish, avoiding harsh liquid polished or chemical cleaners.
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