A Very Rare & Unusual 'Black Forest' Hall Tree

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A Very Rare & Unusual 'Black Forest' Hall Tree

A Very Rare & Unusual 'Black Forest' Hall Tree

Dimensions: H: 87 in / 220 cm | W: 34.5 in / 88 cm | D: 25.5 in / 65 cm

PRICE: £75,000

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A Very Rare & Unusual 'Black Forest' Hall Tree

One of the finest examples of a Black Forest hall tree, skilfully carved from Lindenwood, the naturalistic base supporting two dancing bears with glass inset eyes, their arms forming a useful ring for umbrellas and walking sticks, emerging behind them is a tree trunk with branches serving as hooks for hats and coats, incorporating a heart-shaped and bevelled mirror with a jovial miniature bear playing the violin perched atop.
Swiss, circa 1880

Black Forest carving from Brienz, in the Bernese Oberland, Switzerland, emerged in the early 19th century as a winter occupation for local craftsmen and quickly gained popularity among those visiting the Swiss Alps. Known for its intricate, lifelike depictions of alpine wildlife and flora, often incorporated into functional items, the craft reached its zenith in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Brienz became renowned as a woodcarving center, with its works exported globally and showcased at international exhibitions. At its height, some 600 carvers were active in Brienz, accounting for nearly a quarter of the population. The tradition influenced similar styles elsewhere, although the carvings from Brienz remain supreme.

REF No. 10202

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