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19th Century Black Forest Cigar Holder of a Bear Holding a Barrel

Creator: Black Forest
Offered by: epoca

Description
the hand-carved standing bear with forward gaze and glass eyes holding a barrel for matches in front of a larger barrel for cigar storage; all over an oval carved base fitted with a cup-shaped ash tray; most likely from the Black forest area in the Swiss city of Interlagen; originally used to hold cigars but could be used on a desk as a pen or trinket holder

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (similar item)
Origin:	Switzerland
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	carved walnut
Condition:	Good. good antique condition with rich patina and minor wear; with an old split to the base
Creation Date:	1890
Styles / Movements:	Folk Art, Traditional
Patterns:	Animal/Insects
Dealer Reference #:	60678
Incollect Reference #:	754176

Dimensions

W.	7.75 in;	H.	9.5 in;	D.	8.75 in;
W.	19.69 cm;	H.	24.13 cm;	D.	22.23 cm;

Message from Seller:

epoca, located in the Design Center neighborhood of San Francisco, has been characterized as “blended eclectic” offering unique 20th century furnishings alongside traditional antiques and accessories