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Large Late 18th Century Carved Walnut Tiger Head
For sale by Karen Tarleton
for sale €176     $191
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Karen Tarleton

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Large Late 18th Century Carved Walnut Tiger Head

18th century
For Sale by Karen Tarleton
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Large Late 18th Century Carved Walnut Tiger Head.

Free postage

Please call or email me if you would like any more information,

Many thanks

Karen

07866 475069

Date of Manufacture

Karen Tarleton has dated this Carved Walnut Tiger Head to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
15cm (5.91")
Width
16cm (6.30")
Depth
14cm (5.51")
Reference Numbers
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SA1147483
Description
Large Late 18th Century Carved Walnut Tiger Head.

Free postage

Please call or email me if you would like any more information,

Many thanks

Karen

07866 475069

Date of Manufacture

Karen Tarleton has dated this Carved Walnut Tiger Head to the 18th Century.

Height
15cm (5.91")
Width
16cm (6.30")
Depth
14cm (5.51")
Reference Numbers
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SA1147483
Karen Tarleton
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2011
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A hand-carved dark walnut wood tiger head featuring open jaws, textured fur detailing, and a flat rear mounting block.
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Archive I A hand-carved dark walnut wood tiger head featuring open jaws, textured fur detailing, and a flat rear mounting block.

Large Late 18th Century Carved Walnut Tiger Head

Archive II A hand-carved dark walnut wood tiger head featuring open jaws, textured fur detailing, and a flat rear mounting block. View II
Archive III A hand-carved dark walnut wood tiger head featuring open jaws, textured fur detailing, and a flat rear mounting block. View III
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Karen Tarleton
Telephone 07866 475069
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Misterton
Somerset
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/sandc
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Karen Tarleton
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A hand-carved dark walnut wood tiger head featuring open jaws, textured fur detailing, and a flat rear mounting block.
Large Late 18th Century Carved Walnut Tiger Head
Ref: SA1147483
A hand-carved dark walnut wood tiger head featuring open jaws, textured fur detailing, and a flat rear mounting block.
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  • ObjectArchitectural Salvage
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialWalnut
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsOpen jaw carving, Carved fur texture, Animal form, Flat mounting block
  • SizeH 15 cm (6 in) x W 16 cm (6 in) x D 14 cm (6 in)

This 18th century Georgian architectural salvage piece is a hand-carved tiger head fashioned from dark brown walnut. The animal form displays detailed open jaw carving with visible teeth, a distinct textured fur pattern across the head and cheeks, and a flat rear mounting block designed for surface attachment. The dark timber shows varied tones of brown alongside natural surface wear and minor scuffs from age. Measuring 15 cm high, 16 cm wide, and 14 cm deep, the compact carved element fits easily into domestic spaces. Such decorative woodwork suits a traditional gentleman's library or study environment. Placed on a bookshelf among volumes or mounted directly onto a wall panel, the animal sculpture serves as an eye-catching focal point. Collectors of historic architectural elements or carved animal motifs will find this Georgian tiger head a practical addition for period-styled interiors needing authentic character.

FAQs

During the 18th century, animal head motifs were widely incorporated into furniture, architectural panelling, and heraldic carvings as symbols of strength and exoticism.

Dense hardwoods such as walnut, oak, and boxwood were preferred by carvers due to their fine grain, structural integrity, and ability to hold intricate carved details.

Authenticity is verified by assessing hand-tool marks, natural wood shrinkage along the grain, authentic patination, and evidence of historical mounting techniques.

Architectural elements and carved fragments can be displayed on modern shelving, mounted within shadow boxes, or placed as sculptural focal points on mantelpieces.

Dust the carving gently with a soft brush and apply a high-grade beeswax polish annually to preserve the timber and protect its original surface finish.
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