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Black Forest Monkey Nutcracker

19th century
Sold 6 December 2024 · Colin Brand Antiques
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Description

Black Forest monkey nutcracker with original glass eyes.

In excellent condition with good colour and patina. Circa 1890

Date of Manufacture

Colin Brand Antiques has dated this Black Forest Nutcracker to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
20cm (7.87")
Width
9cm (3.54")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA973002
Dealers Internal Reference
CRB/JR1693
Dealers Notes

Colin Brand Antiques Est. 1984

Description
Black Forest monkey nutcracker with original glass eyes.

In excellent condition with good colour and patina. Circa 1890

Date of Manufacture

Colin Brand Antiques has dated this Black Forest Nutcracker to the Victorian era.

Height
20cm (7.87")
Width
9cm (3.54")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA973002
Dealers Internal Ref
CRB/JR1693
Colin Brand Antiques
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Archive I A close-up shot of an antique carved wooden monkey nutcracker featuring glass eyes and a lever mechanism. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Black Forest Monkey Nutcracker

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Colin Brand Antiques

Colin Brand Antiques
Telephone 07786 922 409
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Stow on the Wold
Gloucestershire
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/colinbrand
Verified Since Apr 2014
Items For Sale 64
Items Sold 957
Colin Brand Antiques
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A close-up shot of an antique carved wooden monkey nutcracker featuring glass eyes and a lever mechanism.
Black Forest Monkey Nutcracker
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A close-up shot of an antique carved wooden monkey nutcracker featuring glass eyes and a lever mechanism.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectNutcrackers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleBlack Forest
  • MaterialWalnut, Lime, Glass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsHand-carved fur texture, Glass inset eyes, Hinged lever mechanism, Naturalistic animal portrayal
  • SizeH 20 cm (8 in) x W 9 cm (4 in) x D 6 cm (2 in)

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Black Forest woodcarvings originated in the Brienz region of Switzerland during the 19th century, becoming a major cottage industry centred on intricately carved animals and household objects.

These items were predominantly hand-carved from solid hardwoods such as lime, walnut, and pear, often featuring glass inset eyes and hinged mechanical lever systems.

Authentic pieces typically exhibit deep hand-carved tool marks, rich patination from age, period-appropriate metal hinges, and naturalistic glass eyes rather than painted details.

They work well as tactile display objects on bookshelves, coffee tables, or mantelpieces, adding organic texture and historical character to contemporary spaces.

Keep wooden carvings away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent cracking, and periodically dust with a soft, dry cloth without applying modern chemical polishes.
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