Antique Early 1900s Black Forest Inkwell

Antique early 1900’s Black Forest folk art wolf inkwell

This antique wolf inkwell was traditionally hand carved out of 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 like its glass eyes. It was designed in the shape of a wolf that can be hinged open and fits a small ink bottle inside. A pen can be placed inside its mouth.

This inkwell would be the perfect decor piece to display on your desk or shelf!

After more than a century the wood carving shows signs of wear.
In my eyes the patina it acquired due to time only adds more charm to it!

A small piece at the back of the wolfs head broke off but was glued back on again.
The inkwell is treated with antique wax to give its surface a protective layer and a subtle glossy finish.

Measurements:
Heigth: 7.5 cm
Width: 5.5 cm
Length: 7 cm