Description
Rare and Unique Model
From our Black Forest collection, we are delighted to introduce this rare example Swiss Black Forest Bear Tobacco Jar. The Bear Tobacco Jar carved from Linden wood with a fantastic humours expression common with Black Forest carvings with the bear having its tongue stuck out standing upon a rocky outcrop with walking stick in hand and small turned vesta bowl. The Bear well carved with naturalistic flair is hinged to the centre with a hollowed out body allowing the user to store tobacco. The Bear holds a small turned bowl in its left hand perfect for storing matches in while the Bear stands ready for use. The Swiss Black Forest Bear Tobacco Jar dates to the dates to the late 19th century circa 1890.
Black Forest is a term used to describe the elaborate, realistic carvings of a vast array of wooden pieces such as clocks and animals. Our Black Forest collection at Jacksons Antique features varying objects of highly desirable carvings such as woodland animal Tobacco Jars. Our aim is to supply that breathtaking piece of Black Forest to add that special edge to any collection or home.
Commonly thought to originate from the Black Forest in Bavaria Germany, Black Forest carvings actually originate from Switzerland. The most recogniseable Black Forest carvings are usually bears carved amongst different pieces such as hat stands, tables and whimsical figures. Black Forest products can also be seen carved into other forest wildlife as well as clocks, music boxes and furniture although these are more uncommon making them highly desirable.
Black Forest items are usually very easy to identify due to the wood, colour and the subjects. Frequently the animals play instruments and can be incorporated into climbing trees, holding benches or begging as part of the Black Forest furniture. Each of the pieces are usually carved from a linden or walnut tree trunk and unsigned. However the earlier pieces can be seen to be signed by renowned carvers such as Johann Huggler and Ruef Brothers. For further information see our article “A well Carved Lesson.”
Measurements 42.5cm High x 21cm Long x 16cm Wide ( 16.7 x 8.3 x 6.3 Inches)
Condition Very Good antique condition with little wear
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