GERMANY 1870 Black Forest Oversized Cigar Humidor Box In Carved Oak Wood
A German cigar humidor box carved in oak wood.
This is a fabulous oversized black forest humidor box created in northern Europe, most probably in Germany or Switzerland, back in the 1870-1880. The humidor box is rectangular with very well proportions and has been carefully carved in solid oak wood and decorated at all sides with with ornate floral & foliate organic patterns. It is fitted with a solid lid, with two brass hinges and in the interior with several compartments of different sizes. Mounted on four ornately carved feet. This would adorn any humble lodges as well as stately homes.
Country: Europe, Germany.
Period: Victorian, 1870.
Materials: Oak-wood, bronze and fabric.
Weight: About 22 Pounds (9.97 Kg.).
Measurements: 254 mm by 457 mm by 318 mm (10 x 18 x 12.5 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 humidor is very good. Besides the little normal wear, there is no damage and all parts are secured in their settings. This humidor has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.
INVENTORY REF: D031425MANE/.5638
