Vintage black forest style carved book shelf, trou fyi this isnt a book slide. Carved black forest telescoping book slide chairish. The black forest gets its name from the oppressive canopy of evergreens looming above the forest floor. Black forest carved expanding book slide book ends c 1800 s.
Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. An early 20thcentury carved telescoping black forest book slide. Antique black forest hand carved wood book slide holder 1910 geneva collectible book display book stand desk accessory vg carrolsvintagefinds 5 out of 5 stars 99. Some wood carving exemplars are sold under the name of black forest wood carving. Loaded with instructions, this book makes wood carving for beginners a little less daunting. The black forest is a constant source of inspiration for artisans and our bavarian book slide is no exception. See more ideas about black forest, carving and wood carving. It measures approximate 10 14 high, 6 12 wide and 5 14 deep. Black forest bear for sale vintage antiques for sale. Antique swiss wooden black forest carved bears with guitar book slide end coo coo clock.
For someone who values books, we recommend a gorgeous handcarved antique black forest bookrack. Things that affect a black forest carving s value 1. Finely carved lindenwood modeled as a bear climbing a fir tree after three young cubs above outstretched branches serving as garment hooks and a fourth cub at the bears lower paws. The slide has carved chamois standing on rocks with trees at each of the folding ends and a carved branch and leaf detail down both sides. Offered for sale is an antique hand carved black forest expanding book rack or book ends constructed in carved limewood, with folding uprights,chamonix is carved in a cartouche on the bottom slide see pics. Artists, collectors, museum curators, and wood carvers will be instructed and inspired by mr. The name black forest comes from the general dark color of the numerous pine trees that grow in this region. For sale on a whimsical black forest book rack of adjustable form, constructed in.
Only genuine antique black forest bears approved for sale on uk. S3003 ginger bread chef santa steinbach nutcracker from germany. Black forest carved walnut book slide black forest, bookends, lion sculpture, carving. The end panels to the book slide depict incredibly ornate carvings of the chamois found in the black forest. S2001 french snowman steinbach nutcracker from germany. Pair black forest hunt trophy plaques liveauctioneers. The most common walnut black forest material is wood. The book slide is of typical design and is made, as much black forest carving is from linden wood. Cuckoo clock operations guide grandfather clocks 123. Vintage black forest brienz carved wood bears expandable. The book presents in detail the development of the black forest woodcarving tradition, or brienzerwares, through noteworthy carvers, schools, companies, and the great exhibitions worldwide. Antique black forest carved bookend adjustable expandable.
These are all harder woods and require careful, controlled pressure when cutting. In fact the origin of these carvings is in the area of brienz in swizerland where they had several traditional wood carving workshops in the 19th century. Black hills travel the great plains, usa lonely planet. Push aside the wire lever 4 to unlatch the cuckoos door, allowing the door to swing freely. Black forest carved owl book slide 606459 sellingantiques.
Just like most antiques quality is very important when it comes to black forest carvings. Black forest carved expanding book slide book ends c 1800s. Strange to say these carvings are mostly not originated from the area of the black forest in south of germany. The romans were the first to use the name black forest. Everything you need to know to master the craft nine beginner wood carving projects will keep you busy in this wellwritten and detailed wood carving illustrated book. Black forest carving for sale vintage antiques for sale. For many years black forest carvings were thought to have been produced in the bavarian black forest, in germany, but it has now been established beyond all doubt that they were the sole province of the swiss. Folds flat a late 19th century carved walnut black forest bavarian book slide. Two pieces of black forest bear carvings i a carved black forest seat with two bears height 21. Black forest book slide, superb quality carved book rack with leaves and acorns. Black forest carving for sale in uk view 30 bargains.
Steinbach darth vader and yoda are discontinued, we only have one darth vader left, yoda is sold out, click here. Vintage black forest style unwanted purchase was purchased as gift but not wanted. Bears are attached with hinges and flip up or down. The most common black forest carved material is wood. Category 19th century swiss antique black forest sculptures. Home to elaborate cuckoo clocks, striking halftimbered houses, ruined castles and quaint towns, the black forest is a magical land full of cultural traditions.
Sep 11, 2019 bareiss, one of europes best hotels, is situated in the beautiful black forest countryside that inspired the grimm brothers fairytales. Antique germany black forest hand carved wood bear book. If you want to know even more about the materials, carvers, and carvings of the swiss black forest, consider purchasing our book, swiss carvings. They call the black hills an evergreen island in a sea of highprairie grassland. A wonderful carved wood black forest style expandable book end books holder. Yellow and red cedar are often used for outdoor use as signs or door plaques. Gently slide out the two bellow clips 3a, 3b at the upper inside of the clock and save them with the original packing material.
This corner of the country is made for slow touring. A intricately carved black forest book slide with the ends featuring a large grape leaf surrounded with vines and grapes, and with overall grape an. Measuring 160km from top to bottom, the black forest is a ludicrously lovely expanse of hills, lakes and forest, topping out at 1493m feldberg. Of course there are famous carving arts from the black forest region, the wellknown cuckoo clocks. The people of the black forest speak two different dialects of german, alemannic and swabian. New 2020 steinbach nutcrackers are on this site now, click here. Black forest carved oak jacobean small writing desk table w northwind face. Antique black forest carved tabletop book rack, stand, slide. We have all seen the carving of deer, moose, and various animals, eagles, hunters, etc. This website provides an overview of our extensive range of rarities, curiosities and masterpieces of black forest woodcarving. Get the best deals on black forest antique furniture when you shop the largest online selection at. Black forest antique woodenware carved figures for sale ebay.
The name the black forest was quite accurate in earlier times considering its impenetrable canopy of trees casting shadow upon the forest floor. At the antique shop, we have two genuine, original black forest bookracks. Hanging bust carvings, black forest like set, small, 4 long. Choose from 28 antique black forest bears for sale priced from. A great example of black forest carving the owls in particular are wonderfully worked. The art of the black forest by our very own michael and simon daniels, and jay arenski.
Black forest carvings are easy to identify the wichita. Vintage black forest style carved book shelf, trou. Fabulous victorian black forest book slide with carved bear ends c. Walking to aldebaran by adrian tchaikovsky black forest. Pr1720 snowman with shovel perzy snow globe from vienna austria. This would have been sold as a tourist item in the late 1800s in. These include lifesize sculptures and an extensive collection of animal carvings e. Also known as a bookstand, book slide or folding and expandable bookshelf. Bareiss, one of europes best hotels back road journal. A swiss black forest carved hall tree with four cubs and mother bear, ca. The middle has pieces that can be moved to the side to extend. The biggest misconception about black forest carvings is that they originated in germany. A highly desirable and very functional piece of black forest wood carving in the form of a desktop book slide featuring two detailed and superbly carved bears.
Jun 30, 2019 aw 31563 black forest carved book slide or rack. Antique black forest bears the uks largest antiques website. Continental, late 19th century, cartouche shaped oak plaques with finely carved slain hunt animals, one of wild boar and fowl with shotgun and knife, one of a brace of birds and game bag, 31 x 1812 in. Carved book for sale in uk 40 secondhand carved books. The black forest german schwarzwald is a large forested mountain range in the state of badenwurttemberg in southwestern germany. English walnut, black walnut, maple, birch, and poplar are common woods used by relief wood carvers. We have the best deals on black forest carving so stop by and check us out first. A comprehensive explanation of swiss wood carving, known as black forest, from 18201940. See more ideas about black forest, wood carving and carving. Great savings free delivery collection on many items. Far from being mere whimsy however, the carvings were exhibited at many international exhibitions such as london great exhibition of 1851, chicago worlds fair 1893, and exposition universelle paris 1900. A book shaped trick box, american, 2nd half 19th century. The wire latch should remain affixed to the clock body. Antique black forest carved wood book cover with maiden and birds.
Carved wooden box with slide lid that releases a carved snake. Buy black forest antique woodenware and get the best deals at the lowest prices on ebay. Wood carving is a popular activity for the people of the. Both are heirloom quality for the incurable book collector in your family. Vintage pine carved wood box in shape of book black forest. Buy black forest antique woodenware carved figures and get the best deals at the lowest prices on ebay. Circa 1870, black forest carved walnut book slide, with very elaborate carvings of deer on a foliate background.
Brienz black forest cisco s acquired the brienz collection in 2001, purchasing a large private collection of a museum in brienz, switzerland and then assisting in publishing a comprehensive and authoritative book on the subject, black forest bears and wood carvings, 18601920. The 10 most beautiful spots in germanys black forest. Black forest is a term used to describe the elaborate, realistic wood carvings that were thought to be made in the black forest region of bavaria, germany. Antique hand carved walnut black forest bear book ends rack. However they are actually the creation of swiss carvers. Signed vintage black forest carved wood picture frame description a beautiful vintage black forest carved wood picture frame with absolute high quality floral carvings, signed g. Black forest, bavarian wood carvings bavaria, one of germanys largest states, is home to some of the most beautiful and striking woodlands. Vintage black forest brienz carved wood bears expandable bookends book slide bookslide. Black forest hand carved book slide dating to the latter part of the 1800s in wonderful condition as you can see from the photographs. Antique black forest carved tabletop book rack, stand. Both ends slide open to accommodate more books and fold flat when not in use. See more ideas about swiss chalet, carving and black forest. Interesting facts about the black forest just fun facts. This stunning region on the wyomingsouth dakota border lures scores of visitors with its winding canyons and wildly eroded 7000ft peaks.
They are all really great and deserving of inclusion in fine collections, but this one that we offer here is worthy of a museum or a forest gallery of fine art. For someone who values books, we recommend a gorgeous hand carved antique black forest bookrack. Black forest carved figural owl adjustable book slide book stand. The regions name the black comes from the dark ponderosapinecovered. Inlaid black forest walnut carved chair carved inlaid black forest chair with a lift seat.
It has carved palm trees on both ends, carved base, and it can be extended to 19. We have the best deals on black forest bear so stop by and check us out first. Wood carving books for sale in uk view 32 bargains. The base has a carving of rocks and foliage and the two ends. The base has a carving of rocks and foliage and the two ends have fine well carved perching owls which have a great depth and life to them. A black forest carving of a hiking dog carved from stained walnut, the dog naturalistically carved with a sack slung over his shoulder, holding a traditional alphorn and wearing a. Get the best deals on black forest bear when you shop the largest online selection at. Get the best deals on black forest when you shop the largest. Blackmans relentless research, fine analysis, and keen eye.
Black forest carvings are often humorous and whimsical bears smoking pipes, reading books, and even skiing. Wolves on each end, or possibly foxes reaching towards three acorns. Antique black forest carved telescoping book rack, chamois. Black forest carved cuckoo clock black forest cuckoo clock black forest chalet cuckoo clock black forest cuckoo clock black forest fatfree gummies bears, 11 oz. Bavarian black forest book slide graham smith antiques. Black forest world blackforestworld antiques carved. It reaches from the spa town of badenbaden to the swiss border, and from the rhine almost to lake constance. Located in baiersbronnmitteltal, the area is surrounded by a rolling landscape of farms and small villages at the edge of a forest so dense that it appears black. Jul 18, 2014 antique black forest carved tabletop book rack, stand, slide birds and oak leaves stay safe and healthy. Learn more about carving woods, visit woodcarving basics.
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