Antique Black Forest Mirror with Rustic Carvings, 1900s

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Antique Black Forest Mirror with Rustic Carvings ca. 1900 Item e7338 A large wall mirror in a hand-carved wooden frame with carved flowers and oak leaves and three towel hooks. Made in the Black Forest region around 1900. Very good condition, mirror replaced. Frame with some very minor restorations. The tradition of wood carving in Brienz dates back to mid of the 19th century. People in the region were looking for new employment opportunities. They used their skills from traditional crafts, carving everyday objects and sculptures, and created a new business. Many woodcarvers where trained in the 'School of Wood Carving, Brienz' which was established in 1884. Around 1900 the woodcarving industry counted ca. 2000 woodcarvers. Brienz woodcarvings were presented on several worlds fairs with great success. with the Gran Tour Tourism wealthy people from all over the word visited the area and took their woodcarving souvenirs home. Today some companies, like 'Huggler Holzbildhauerei' still exist and build traditional sculptures. Measures: Width: 16.14" (41 cm) Height: 24.41" (62 cm) Depth: 2.36" (6 cm) Literature Reference: Peter F. Blackman, Black Forest Woodcarvings, Atglen 2009 Jay Arenski, Simon and Michael Daniels, Swiss Carvings - The Art of the Black Forest 1820 - 1940, Woodbridge 2005

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Production Period	1890 to 1919
Country of Manufacture	Germany
Style	Vintage, Antique, Rustic
Detailed Condition	Very Good — This vintage/antique item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use.
SKU	KJP-2046230
Restoration and Damage Details	Mirror replaced
Materials	Glass, Wood
Color	Black
Width	41 cm 41 cm
Depth	6 cm 6 cm
Height	62 cm 62 cm
Weight Range	Standard — Between 40kg and 80kg

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