Description
Great Wooden Carved Plaque with Stag Family, Brienz 1900s Item e7200 A great walnut wall panel with an artistically carved scene showing a family of stags in the forest. Hand-carved, probably in the Brienz area of Switzerland, around 1900. 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: 5.91″ (15 cm) Height: 7.28″ (18.5 cm) Depth: 0.87″ (2.2 cm)
| Production Period | 1890 to 1919 |
|---|---|
| Country of Manufacture | Switzerland |
| Style | Vintage |
| Detailed Condition |
Very Good This vintage/antique item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use. |
| Product Code | KJP-1954551 |
| Restoration and Damage Details |
Refinished
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| Materials | Wood |
| Color | Brown |
| Width |
15 cm 5.9 inch |
| Depth |
3 cm 0.8 inch |
| Height |
19 cm 7.1 inch |
| Weight Range | Standard Between 40kg and 80kg |
| Duties Notice | Import duty is not included in the prices you see online. You may have to pay import duties upon receipt of your order. |
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