BLACK FOREST 1900 Germany-Swiss Carved Wood Nutcracker Old Gnome Figure

A folk-art nutcracker carved in oak wood.

This is an elusive antique black forest nutcracker created in northern Europe, most probably in Germany or Switzerland back in the late 19th century, circa 1900. The folk-art nutcracker has been carefully carved with amazing intricate details in solid oak wood in the shape of a mythical forest Gnome. This antique piece has a wonderful patina and would adorn any humble lodges as well as stately homes. This type of Black Forest carvings are intricate wood carvings, often depicting forest animals, particularly bears, and foliage, according to Georgian Antiques. While popularly associated with the Black Forest region of Germany, they actually originated in Brienz, Switzerland, and were created by northern Swiss carvers

Country: Europe, Germany or Swiss.

Period: Late 19th century, circa 1900.

Materials: Oak-wood.

Weight: 227.5 Grams (0.23 Kg.).

Measurements: 180 mm by 112 mm by 95 mm (7.1 x 4.4 x 3.75 Inches).

Literature: Jay Areneski, Simon Daniels and Michael Daniels, Swiss Carvings: The Art of the 'Black Forest' 1820-1940, Suffolk, UK: Antique Collectors' Club, Publishers, 2005, Pp. 11-19.

Condition: The overall condition of this German oak wood nut-cracker is excellent. Besides the little normal wear, there is no damage and all parts are secured in their settings. This nut-cracker has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.

INVENTORY REF: D052325SCEH/.8932