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Swiss Black Forest Bear Table
Swiss Black Forest Bear Table
Swiss Black Forest Bear Table
Swiss Black Forest Bear Table
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Swiss Black Forest Bear Table

  • This pedestal table is a premier example of the craftsmanship of Swiss Black Forest artisans
  • The pedestal table features two whimsical bears complete with glass eyes
  • The Black Forest carving industry catered to Victorian tourists traveling on the Grand Tour
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$9,850
Item No. 31-6285

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Description
This expertly carved wooden pedestal table is a premier example of the impeccable craftsmanship of Swiss Black Forest artisans. The pedestal table features two whimsical bears complete with glass eyes. The table is complete with two storage compartments and a small gold dish, originally intended as tobacco storage and an ashtray but also functioning as a catch-all for keys and knick-knacks.

The Black Forest carving industry catered to Victorian tourists traveling on the Grand. . .
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This expertly carved wooden pedestal table is a premier example of the impeccable craftsmanship of Swiss Black Forest artisans. The pedestal table features two whimsical bears complete with glass eyes. The table is complete with two storage compartments and a small gold dish, originally intended as tobacco storage and an ashtray but also functioning as a catch-all for keys and knick-knacks.

The Black Forest carving industry catered to Victorian tourists traveling on the Grand Tour who stopped in Switzerland's mountainous lake region. Wealthy Europeans eagerly purchased these works as souvenirs of their journey and symbols of status.

While exhibiting playful themes, these works of art were shown at prestigious exhibitions on the world's stage, including the 1851 London Great Exhibition, the 1893 Chicago World’s Fair and the Exposition Universelle in Paris in 1900. These impressive carvings remain in high demand today.

Circa 1910

40" high by 21 1/4" wide by 16 3/8" deep
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Swiss Black Forest Bear Table
Period: 20th Century
Origin: Switzerland
Type: Pedestals
Depth: 16.38 in. (41.59 cm)
Width: 21.25 in. (53.98 cm)
Height: 40.0 in. (101.6 cm)
Swiss Black Forest Bear Table
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