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(2) 19thc Black Forest Carved Wooden Wall Plaques
Pair of finely carved Black Forest Wall Plaques from the 19th century.
They are both perfect and completely carved from a solid piece of wood in
relief,providing great visual depth and amazing detail.
This finely carved pair of plaques depict a typical 19th century scene inside a room setting and are very rare to find complete today.
There tended to be a choice of four favourite trees used by Swiss Black Forest Carvers,being Linden (Tiliae Lignum) or better known as Lime in Europe.
Pear(Pyrus Communis) & Maple (Acer Pseudoplantus) & Walnut (Juglans Regia)
We consider these wall plaques to be carved from Linden/Lime,a popular choice of wood for carving since the middle ages,mainly because it is considered to be a soft wood with very little grain and a low density.
The lime was also a popular wood used by musical instrument and puppet makers.
ABOUT BLACK FOREST CARVERS
The process for creating a Swiss “Black Forest” masterpiece carving began not with the first hammer of the chisel, but with the careful selection of a living tree. How to select the proper tree was a trade secret the knowledge passed down from father to son, or from master to apprentice.
Master carvers of 19th century Brienz, Switzerland knew to select trees that grew in the shade, and to harvest them only during winter. Since the shaded trees received less sunlight, the cells grew smaller and the tree rings grew more closely together, creating wood that was the perfect density and stability for carving. Harvesting trees in winter was best because the trees were in a dormant state, not pulling up any excess moisture through the leaves.
Part of the beauty of Swiss “Black Forest” carving is in the quality of the woods that the carvers selected. With variants such as temperature, moisture, and sunlight affecting the natural composition and development of the wood, no two trees are the same, and in turn, no two “Black Forest” carvings were the same.
Each carver had their own favorite patch of forest they would visit time and time again when in need of new carving wood. Most carvers would return to a group of their favorite species of tree for their carvings. Below are the four favorite types of wood utilized by the carvers of the Swiss “Black Forest.”
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TELEPHONE 07765 856171
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Our Ref 0677
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Tel : 07765856171
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They are both perfect and completely carved from a solid piece of wood in
relief,providing great visual depth and amazing detail.
This finely carved pair of plaques depict a typical 19th century scene inside a room setting and are very rare to find complete today.
There tended to be a choice of four favourite trees used by Swiss Black Forest Carvers,being Linden (Tiliae Lignum) or better known as Lime in Europe.
Pear(Pyrus Communis) & Maple (Acer Pseudoplantus) & Walnut (Juglans Regia)
We consider these wall plaques to be carved from Linden/Lime,a popular choice of wood for carving since the middle ages,mainly because it is considered to be a soft wood with very little grain and a low density.
The lime was also a popular wood used by musical instrument and puppet makers.
ABOUT BLACK FOREST CARVERS
The process for creating a Swiss “Black Forest” masterpiece carving began not with the first hammer of the chisel, but with the careful selection of a living tree. How to select the proper tree was a trade secret the knowledge passed down from father to son, or from master to apprentice.
Master carvers of 19th century Brienz, Switzerland knew to select trees that grew in the shade, and to harvest them only during winter. Since the shaded trees received less sunlight, the cells grew smaller and the tree rings grew more closely together, creating wood that was the perfect density and stability for carving. Harvesting trees in winter was best because the trees were in a dormant state, not pulling up any excess moisture through the leaves.
Part of the beauty of Swiss “Black Forest” carving is in the quality of the woods that the carvers selected. With variants such as temperature, moisture, and sunlight affecting the natural composition and development of the wood, no two trees are the same, and in turn, no two “Black Forest” carvings were the same.
Each carver had their own favorite patch of forest they would visit time and time again when in need of new carving wood. Most carvers would return to a group of their favorite species of tree for their carvings. Below are the four favorite types of wood utilized by the carvers of the Swiss “Black Forest.”
DELIVERY UK ( Including Packaging & Postage) ADD £20
Quotes Available For Worldwide Delivery on Request
TELEPHONE 07765 856171
(Hours 10am - 10pm 7 Days A Week)
Our Ref 0677
Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 23/JAN/2025. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. Rare To Find These Items(A Good Pair) Perfect Order Good Collectable Investment
DimensionsHeight 11.75 Inches (30cm)
Width. 16 Inches (40.5cm)
Depth 1.75 Inches (4.5cm)
Category Antique Wood Carvings
Date 1860-1900
Late 19th Century Antiques Material Wood
Origin Black Forest
Maker Black Forest
Condition Very Good Order Throughout (No Splits)
Item code as153a776 / 0677
Status Sold
£200.00
$246.48
€237.04
$
€
Conversion rates as of 23/JAN/2025. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. Rare To Find These Items(A Good Pair) Perfect Order Good Collectable Investment
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Confirmation of delivery is provided by email which includes a courier tracking number and date of posting or collection.
Shipping costs are charged based on the particular service used [ either next day express or economy ] and Size / Weight of item.
Delivery by private courier within the UK Mainland will be used for very large paintings and is charged at a flat rate of £80 for paintings only [ allow 7-14 days delivery time ]
International Delivery Quotes Worldwide are available on request by providing your full name and address together with a postal / area code and a contact number.
Returns are accepted within 14 days of receipt if the item is found to have been misdescribed and the purchaser may be liable for the return costs subject to reasons for return.
Returns authorisation should be requested by sending an e-mail before posting.
Once we receive the item in good order as supplied not withstanding notified transit damage, we will return payment using the same payment method.
Shipping costs are charged based on the particular service used [ either next day express or economy ] and Size / Weight of item.
Delivery by private courier within the UK Mainland will be used for very large paintings and is charged at a flat rate of £80 for paintings only [ allow 7-14 days delivery time ]
International Delivery Quotes Worldwide are available on request by providing your full name and address together with a postal / area code and a contact number.
Returns are accepted within 14 days of receipt if the item is found to have been misdescribed and the purchaser may be liable for the return costs subject to reasons for return.
Returns authorisation should be requested by sending an e-mail before posting.
Once we receive the item in good order as supplied not withstanding notified transit damage, we will return payment using the same payment method.
Terms and conditions
Payment is required within 3 calendar days of the sale being agreed.International transfers are required within 5 days of point of sale.
If payment is not received within this time, Mansion House Antiques & Fine Art reserves the right to consider selling the item to another customer at its discretion [ unless a longer payment time has been pre-agreed ] and will provide written notice by email before voiding any existing sales agreement.
Payment is preferred by Bankers Transfer or alternatively you are welcome to make payment using Pay-Pal, by Debit / Credit Card or by posting a UK Sterling Cheque drawn on a UK Bank or Building Society [ note goods will only be released once the cheque payment is fully cleared / normally within 3 weekdays or 5 days should a weekend be included.
If payment is not received within this time, Mansion House Antiques & Fine Art reserves the right to consider selling the item to another customer at its discretion [ unless a longer payment time has been pre-agreed ] and will provide written notice by email before voiding any existing sales agreement.
Payment is preferred by Bankers Transfer or alternatively you are welcome to make payment using Pay-Pal, by Debit / Credit Card or by posting a UK Sterling Cheque drawn on a UK Bank or Building Society [ note goods will only be released once the cheque payment is fully cleared / normally within 3 weekdays or 5 days should a weekend be included.
View all stock from
Mansion House Antiques & Fine Art
By appointment only
East Midlands
Leicestershire
Tel : 07765856171
Non UK callers : +44 7765856171
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