Swiss ‘Black Forest’ Hand Carved Bear with Mirror
This charming hand-carved bear sculpture dates to circa 1880 and exudes a lustrous aged patina. An endearing bear, as if to be of some help, offers a shield-shaped mirror in his paws. The sculpture exhibits the renowned carving skills of ‘Black Forest’ carvers throughout; perhaps most impressive is how the carver has captured the nuances of the bear’s fur.
Master craftsmen from the region of Switzerland bordering the Black Forest have long been renowned for their quality hand-carving skills. This fine example exhibits all the requisite qualities such pieces are prized for as they have been, and continue to be, avidly sought after by elite collectors.
22 1/2″H x 10″W x 7″D
Circa 1880