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Haute Canine: A European Alpine Dog House, Early 20th Century

$800
£609.18
€701.46
CA$1,133.67
A$1,219.42
CHF 651.70
MX$14,373.54
NOK 8,216.36
SEK 7,511.31
DKK 5,241.08

About the Item

This charming early 20th-century European dog house is crafted in the Alpine rustic tradition, reflecting the folk-art sensibility of Central Europe, particularly regions such as the Black Forest and Alpine territories. Constructed from solid wood, the structure is designed in the form of a miniature chalet, complete with a pitched roof and arched entrance. Decorative applied branchwork adorns the façade, imitating natural tree limbs and timber framing—a hallmark of rustic European craftsmanship inspired by forest architecture and hunting lodges. Both functional and ornamental, this dog house was likely intended for an estate or hunting dog rather than utilitarian farm use, embodying the romanticized rural aesthetic popular in the early 1900s. The warm patina, visible wear, and hand-finished details attest to its age and authenticity. Today, it survives as a rare and evocative example of European folk design, equally compelling as a functional shelter or as a distinctive decorative object.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 19 in (48.26 cm)Width: 8.25 in (20.96 cm)Depth: 15.25 in (38.74 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wood
  • Place of Origin:
    France
  • Period:
    Early 20th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Early 20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1531248375632

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