Black Forest Carved Table Lamps with Ibex and Chamois, 1890s, Set of 2

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Vintage Design

Pair Black Forest Carved Table Lamps with Ibex and Chamois Item e7252 A beautiful pair of wooden carved table lamps depicting an ibex and a chamois family in front of a tree. Hand-carved in Brienz, Switzerland, around 1900. Height without lampshade: 19.7' inches (50 cm). Cabling and fittings renewed, in working order. Lamp bases with some old worm holes, not longer active. 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: Height: 26.77" (68 cm) Diameter: 13.39" (34 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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* The cable of this item may be original and might need replacement, if not specified otherwise.

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-1936990
Restoration and Damage Details	Wear consistent with age and use. All of our items are in very good condition. They have been utilised and therefore may show age-related traces of usage. If not mentioned in the item description they don't have defects. Feel free to contact us for a deta
Materials	Wood
Color	Black, brown
Height	68 cm 68 cm
Diameter	34 cm
Weight Range	Standard — Between 40kg and 80kg

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