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19th Century Large Swiss Folk Art Carving of a Leaping Bull

$21,560.53

£16,127.60

€18,000

CA$29,709.38

A$32,657.84

CHF 17,145.21

MX$388,325.25

NOK 220,183.50

SEK 200,563.37

DKK 137,178.67

About the Item

A very large and extremely imposing 19th century Swiss Folk Art carving of a Leaping Bull. Formerly hung under the overhanging eaves of a butcher's shop (chalet) in Bulle, Switzerland. The butchers trading about fifty years ago and the sign was put into storage. This magnificent bull is carved in wood and modeled fully all round. Covered with layers of black paint and in places some gesso. The eyes are glass and the horns fashioned in brass, now patinated. The handcrafted integral strengthening brackets still visible.

Dimensions:
Height: 30.32 in (77 cm)Width: 64.57 in (164 cm)Depth: 16.54 in (42 cm)
Materials and Techniques:
Wood
Place of Origin:
Switzerland
Period:
Mid-19th Century
Date of Manufacture:
1850
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
Brecht, BE
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU240339077573

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