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Antique Figural Black Forest Nutcracker C.1900
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Antique Figural Black Forest Nutcracker C.1900

1900 - 1920
For Sale by Puckerings
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A fabulous late Victorian Black Forest Nutcracker beautifully carved with a fabulous rich dark colour and good bright patina.

The Monkey still retains his two original glass eyes.

There is one chip at the back above the handle. Excellent condition, measuring 8 1/4".

Item ID: 36177

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Puckerings has dated this Black Forest Monkey Nutcracker to the 1900s.

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Description
A fabulous late Victorian Black Forest Nutcracker beautifully carved with a fabulous rich dark colour and good bright patina.

The Monkey still retains his two original glass eyes.

There is one chip at the back above the handle. Excellent condition, measuring 8 1/4".

Item ID: 36177

FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly from London, England

Date of Manufacture

Puckerings has dated this Black Forest Monkey Nutcracker to the 1900s.

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SA315978
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36177
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A hand-carved dark wood figural nutcracker depicting a monkey head with inset glass eyes and a lever-action mechanism.
Antique Figural Black Forest Nutcracker c.1900
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A hand-carved dark wood figural nutcracker depicting a monkey head with inset glass eyes and a lever-action mechanism.
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Originating in Switzerland during the 19th century, Black Forest wood carving is a regional tradition famous for detailed depictions of animals, foliage, and whimsical figures crafted from native hardwoods.

These items were typically hand-carved from dense hardwoods such as walnut, linden wood, or fruitwood, incorporating integral lever or screw mechanisms carved directly into the wood.

Authentic pieces display distinct hand-carved tool marks, natural wood grain variation, sculpted details such as inset glass eyes, and smooth operational wear around the moving joints.

Displaying the piece on a sideboard, bookshelf, or mantelpiece alongside brass accents or leather-bound books adds textural contrast and historical character to contemporary living spaces.

Keep the item away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent timber shrinkage or splitting. Dust regularly with a soft, dry brush and apply natural beeswax polish periodically to maintain the timber finish.
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