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Black Forest carved wooden mirror* with rich decoration of flowers and bindweed foliage framing a rectangular (mercury) glass with a small oval wooden frame applied to it, dating from the 19th century.
This mirror is in good condition, beautiful quality.
Note: break in the ice (slightly worn in places), small accident and missing piece on the end of a sheet (see red arrow), wear and tear from age, see photos.
The carved wooden objects of the Black Forest did not originate in Germany but were made in the Brienz region of Switzerland. The tradition of woodworking is ancient in this area, and the inhabitants continue the practice of carving wood on house facades, furniture, and everyday objects. The carvers particularly excel at depicting wild animals in their natural habitat. In the 19th century, these naturalistic Black Forest carvings became very fashionable and highly prized.
