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Carved wooden watch holder from the Black Forest*, decorated with a chamois standing on a rock surrounded by foliage, from the 19th century.
This watch holder is in good general condition. Trace of old label underneath.
Please note: traces of paint on the wood, some dirt and wear over time, see photos.
Carved wooden objects from the Black Forest did not originate in Germany but were made in the Brienz region of Switzerland . The tradition of woodworking is ancestral in this region, the inhabitants perpetuate the practice of carved wood on the facades of houses , furniture or everyday objects . The sculptors excel in particular in the representation of wild animals in their natural environment. In the 19th century, these naturalistic sculptures from the black forest became very fashionable and highly prized.
