Antique early 1900’s Black Forest folk art bear carvings
These tiny bear figures were traditionally hand carved out of one single piece of wood in the Black forest area in Germany and Switserland. They’re fine examples of the great craftsmanship the area got famous for and show beautiful details.
These bear carvings would be the perfect additions to display in your collection or cabinet of curiosities!
After more than a century the wood carvings show minor signs of wear.
Over time they acquired a subtle patina which only adds charm to them!
These bears are being sold seperately, the price is per piece!
Measurements:
Bear 1: 7.5 x 3.5 cm
Bear 2: 8 x 4 cm
This foldable leather case with leather cover features multiple toiletry and grooming tools including a striaght razor, curling irons, brush and mutliple flasks and cases. It also features some cufflinks.
It would be the perfect piece to display in your bathroom or in a barber/gentlemans shop!
After a century the kit remains in used condition and shows signs of use. The leather is treated with leahter grease and antique wax to give the surface a protective layer and a subtle glossy finish.
This unique piece of folk art was traditionally hand carved out of hard wood in the Black forest area in Germany or Switserland. It’s a fine example of the great craftsmanship the area got famous for and shows beautiful details. The wooden bear figure is holding a brass bowl that can be used as an ashtray. A match box can be placed underneeth the bears sitting posture.
This ashtray would be the perfect piece to display on your desk, in your collection or cabinet of curiosities!
It can still be used as an ashtray, but also as an trinket dish.
After more than a century the ashtray still remains in good condition and only shows minor signs of wear.
Over time it acquired a subtle patina which only adds more charm to it.
Measurements:
Heigth: 16.5 cm
Width: 7 cm
Length: 12.5 cm
This unpleasant looking collar was worn by hunting and shepherd dogs to prevent them from being bitten by wolves. The spikes would protect their necks in case they were being attacked.
It would be the perfect addition to add to your collection or cabinet of curiosities!
After almost a century the collar remains in worn condition. It acquired a oxidized patina that only adds charm to it! It is treated with antique wax to give the surface a protective layer and a subtle glossy finish.
This unique piece of folk art was traditionally hand carved out of hard wood in the Black forest area in Germany or Switserland. It’s a fine example of the great craftsmanship the area got famous for and shows beautiful details. The wooden bear figure is holding a brass bowl that can be used as an ashtray. The wooden barrel can be used to store cigarettes.
This ashtray would be the perfect piece to display on your desk, in your collection or cabinet of curiosities!
It can still be used as an ashtray, but also as an trinket dish.
After more than a century the ashtray still remains in good condition and only shows minor signs of wear.
Over time it acquired a subtle patina which only adds more charm to it.
Measurements:
Heigth: 8.5 cm
Width: 12 cm
Length: 11 cm
These antique spring straps were hand forged and used for trapping animals foxes, rabbits and martens.
now they are only sold to serve as decoration.
They would be the perfect pieces to display in a cabin, lodge or rustic decor!
After more than a century the traps are in used condition. Over time they all acquired an oxidized patina which only adds more charm to their rustic character!
These iron hooks were hand forged in France in the mid 1800’s.
This piece would not only be very decorative, but also very practical to hang pans, knives or meat on in your kitchen.
After more than a century the hooks still remain in good condition!
They are treated with antique wax to give the surface a protective layer and a subtle glossy finish.
This vintage ice axe was produced by the Cassin, named after the famous Italian Mountaineer Riccardo Cassin.
This fine piece of equipment would still come in handy while braving mountains but would also be an unique decor piece to display in your interior or collection!
After 70 years the pick remains in worn condition. Due to years of use it acquired a oxidized patina that only adds charm to it rugged character!
The axe has been treated with antique wax to give the surface a protective layer and a subtle glossy finish.
These pouches were issued by the swiss military to carry around ammunition.
They’re made of very sturdy saddle leather and are marked with the years they were made and the names or their makers.
They would still come in handy to carry around small items and would also be the ideal motorcycle bags!
After years the pouches remain in worn condition and aqcuired a nice patina that only adds charm!
Measurments:
Width: 20 cm
Height: 10 cm
Depth: 4 cm
Price is per piece! There are two pieces available
It is a perfect example of old school craftmanship made by Francesco Magnoli in Napoli – Italy, and features some unique characteristics like several types of wood and pearl details that were worked into its neck.
It also features a butterfly shaped pickguard made out of turtle shell and bone and bone tuners!
After some love this unique instrument might still get playable again but it would also fit perfectly as an unique decor piece into your lodge or cabin!
After 120 years the mandolin is in used condition and shows signs of wear.
Over time it acquired a nice patina which only adds more charm to it.
Except of minimal treatment I decided to leave the mandolin in its original condition and leave it up to the next owner to either keep it that way or fully restore it.
