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19th Century, Black Forest Carved Oak Newel Post Finial Form of a Dog w/ Shield

$1,250

£953.78

€1,085

CA$1,755.40

A$1,921.08

CHF 1,015.12

MX$22,929.35

NOK 12,954.22

SEK 11,847.69

DKK 8,104.39

About the Item

A highly expressive and deeply carved Black Forest figural newel post finial, dating to the late 19th century, rendered in dense, dark-stained oak. The sculpture takes the form of a seated dog or wolf with alert upright ears, finely incised facial detailing, and an open mouth showing stylized teeth. The animal sits upright on its haunches, holding in its forepaws a heraldic-style shield with a central boss and four bosses at the quadrants, as well as ring-turned accents simulating bolts or fittings. Its claws are sharply delineated and muscular tension is suggested through the modeling of the forelimbs and chest. The sculpture rests on a squared plinth base, likely modified for later display, though originally designed as a finial for a stair newel post. This piece is exemplary of the Black Forest tradition of the Brienz region in Switzerland, known for its virtuosic woodcarving of animals and domestic ornaments in the second half of the 19th century. While bears are the most common animal form in Black Forest carving, more rarely dogs, foxes, and wolves were used as subjects. The high polish of the wood and subtle sheen of the patina are consistent with Black Forest craftsmanship of the period. The underside shows evidence of hand-tooling and period joinery. Measures: 14.25" h x 5.125" w x 5" d.

Dimensions:
Height: 14.25 in (36.2 cm)Width: 5.125 in (13.02 cm)Depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)
Style:
Black Forest (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Oak
Place of Origin:
Switzerland
Period:
19th Century
Date of Manufacture:
19th century
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Both ears with losses, likely from people rubbing their hands over time. Otherwise with minor wear commensurate with age and use.
Seller Location:
Atlanta, GA
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU7838245564642

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