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Antique Set of Fifteen 19th Century Miniature Carved Black Forest Bears
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Antique Set of Fifteen 19th Century Miniature Carved Black Forest Bears

19th century
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Antique Set of Fifteen 19th Century miniature carved Black Forest Bears some standing, some sitting down, some with original glass eyes and in fabulous original condition.

A charming collection with splendid quality carving. A fabulous examples of Black Forest Bear in different poses

Dimensions:

H 5.5 x W 2.5 x D 3cm

Date: 1860

Physical Dimensions
Height
5.5cm (2.17")
Width
2.5cm (0.98")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Declaration

London City Antiques has dated these Miniature Black Forest Bears to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
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SA966687
Dealers Internal Reference
1810
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Description
Antique Set of Fifteen 19th Century miniature carved Black Forest Bears some standing, some sitting down, some with original glass eyes and in fabulous original condition.

A charming collection with splendid quality carving. A fabulous examples of Black Forest Bear in different poses

Dimensions:

H 5.5 x W 2.5 x D 3cm

Date: 1860

Height
5.5cm (2.17")
Width
2.5cm (0.98")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated these Miniature Black Forest Bears to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA966687
Dealers Internal Ref
1810
London City Antiques
London City Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2020

At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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A set of fifteen miniature 19th-century hand-carved dark wood bear figurines in various standing and seated poses.
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Archive I A set of fifteen miniature 19th-century hand-carved dark wood bear figurines in various standing and seated poses.

Antique Set of Fifteen 19th Century Miniature Carved Black Forest Bears

Archive II A set of fifteen miniature 19th-century hand-carved dark wood bear figurines in various standing and seated poses. View II
Archive III A set of fifteen miniature 19th-century hand-carved dark wood bear figurines in various standing and seated poses. View III
Archive IV A set of fifteen miniature 19th-century hand-carved dark wood bear figurines in various standing and seated poses. View IV
Archive V A set of fifteen miniature 19th-century hand-carved dark wood bear figurines in various standing and seated poses. View V
Archive VI A set of fifteen miniature 19th-century hand-carved dark wood bear figurines in various standing and seated poses. View VI
Archive VII A set of fifteen miniature 19th-century hand-carved dark wood bear figurines in various standing and seated poses. View VII
Archive VIII A set of fifteen miniature 19th-century hand-carved dark wood bear figurines in various standing and seated poses. View VIII
Archive IX A set of fifteen miniature 19th-century hand-carved dark wood bear figurines in various standing and seated poses. View IX
Archive X A set of fifteen miniature 19th-century hand-carved dark wood bear figurines in various standing and seated poses. View X
Archive XI A set of fifteen miniature 19th-century hand-carved dark wood bear figurines in various standing and seated poses. View XI
Archive XII A set of fifteen miniature 19th-century hand-carved dark wood bear figurines in various standing and seated poses. View XII
Archive XIII A set of fifteen miniature 19th-century hand-carved dark wood bear figurines in various standing and seated poses. View XIII
Archive XIV A set of fifteen miniature 19th-century hand-carved dark wood bear figurines in various standing and seated poses. View XIV
Archive XV A set of fifteen miniature 19th-century hand-carved dark wood bear figurines in various standing and seated poses. View XV
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A set of fifteen miniature 19th-century hand-carved dark wood bear figurines in various standing and seated poses.
Antique Set of Fifteen 19th Century Miniature Carved Black Forest Bears
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Originating in the Brienz region of Switzerland in the early 19th century, Black Forest wood carving developed as a celebrated cottage industry. Local artisans began crafting realistic wildlife figures, particularly bears, which gained international popularity among Grand Tour travellers during the Victorian era.

Craftsmen primarily utilized native alpine timber, such as linden wood, walnut, and pearwood. These fine-grained woods allowed for intricate, hand-chiselled anatomical textures and were typically finished with dark stains or polishes to highlight muscle and fur structure.

Authentic period carvings exhibit fine hand-chisel marks, naturalistic poses, and subtle variations in carving depth rather than uniform machine-moulded details. Original pieces often display a rich, deep patina and minor wear consistent with natural wood movement and age.

Miniature wooden figurines work exceptionally well displayed en masse in glass shadow boxes, curio cabinets, or arranged along bookshelf ledges. Grouping small scale items together creates visual interest and introduces warm, natural textures to modern shelving units.

Keep carved timber items free of dust using a dry, soft-bristled brush to reach fine crevices. Avoid liquid cleaners and keep the items away from direct heat sources or high humidity to prevent the wood from cracking or warping.
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