- Black Forest ClockSKU: AK0182A large Black Forest carved wood clock with bears. Bear on wood base holding stump having clock with two bear cubs climbing. Exceptional and rare piece. Key included PERIOD: 19th CenturyORIGIN: Switzerland, EuropeSIZE: 48"H x 21"W x 13"D base$45,000
- Black Forest Hall MirrorSKU: AJ2134Black Forest carved bear hall mirror. An exquisite and highly-detailed mirror with four bears and oak leaf motif around the perimeter. Bears comes with glass eyes. Magnificent workmanship. Excellent condition. Estimate 1920s. 38" x 48" PERIOD: Early 20th CenturyORIGIN: Switzerland, EuropeSIZE: ...$15,000
- Ma and Two Cubs Bear Black Forest CarvingSKU: U266Well carved; bead eyes; white numbers on bottom of each. Purchased Montana 1920s. Set PERIOD: Early 20th CenturyORIGIN: Switzerland, EuropeSIZE: 1" - 3"$750
- Black Forest Saint BernardsSKU: GB32Swiss carved Saint Bernards. Priced as a pair. PERIOD: Early 20th CenturyORIGIN: Switzerland, EuropeSIZE: 4"H (large) x 2"H (small)$700
- Black Forest Miniature Standing BearSKU: N1124Miniature standing bear from Brienz, Switzerland. PERIOD: Early 20th CenturyORIGIN: Switzerland, EuropeSIZE: 3 1/2"$350
- Black Forest Miniature BearSKU: C0122Miniature sitting bear cork top with carved "Interlaken." PERIOD: Late 19th Century ORIGIN: Switzerland, EuropeSIZE: 2 1/2"$350
- Matching Black Forest BearsSKU: P41ATwo standing bears holding balls. Published in "Black Forest Bears" Swiss Wood Carvings, plate 41a. PERIOD: Early 20th CenturyORIGIN: Switzerland, EuropeSIZE: 17"H$8,000
- Goose Man Swiss CarvingSKU: Q502Swiss man holding two geese. Detailed carving. PERIOD: Mid 20th CenturyORIGIN: Switzerland, EuropeSIZE: 4 1/2"H$750
- Swiss-Carved GnomeSKU: L2485Swiss carved umbrella stand. This is a large or fragile item, so shipping will not calculate on our website. Please contact the Gallery at (208) 769-7575; info@ciscosgallery.com to get a shipping quote, or to purchase. PERIOD: Early 20th CenturyORIGIN: Switzerland, EuropeSIZE: 24"x 28"x 54"H$18,000
- Black Forest Carved Wall ClockSKU: O1089Black Forest ornately carved wall clock with fruit carvings and wolf head at top. 26" x 34". This is a large or fragile item, so shipping will not calculate on our website. Please contact the Gallery at (208)769-7575; info@ciscosgallery.com to get a shipping quote, or to purchase. PERIOD: ...$7,000
- "The Hunter" Attributed to Johann HugglerSKU: AF1059The Hunter attributed to Johann Huggler (1834-1912) Of Brienz - a small town in Bernese Oberland, Canton Bern Switzerland. When one looks at the old photographs of Johann Huggler, this is a self - portrait. Johann Huggler was known as the "King of the Carvers" of Brienz. The few carvings that ...$30,000
- Book "Black Forest Bears Swiss Woodcarvings 1870-1920"SKU: TTBBFBA joint effort by the Stein Auction Company and Cisco’s, this first edition reference book details the fascinating history of the Swiss woodcarving industry. Features full-color detailed photos of the Brienz collection, some of the best carvings ever done. Some of the original collection is ...$40
- Exceptional Black Forest Bear Umbrella StandSKU: AJ1705Black Forest carved bear umbrella stand. Brienz/Lucerne Switzerland bear standing on base. Comes with carved wooden chain. Original label. Glass eyes, open mouth. Original finish, original metal pan. Bronze label reads "Fabri Franz Depot; Luceren Suisse." Exceptional carving, painted mouth. ...$12,000
- Black Forest Hall TreeSKU: AJ0947Black Forest carved bear hall tree with beveled glass mirror and umbrella stand. Depicts a very nicely detailed and realistic carved wood bear with glass eyes holding an umbrella stand. 19" x 14" x 76"H This is a large or fragile item, so shipping will not calculate on our website. Please ...$17,000
- Black Forest Antler Gun RackSKU: Q1086Antler mounted gun rack; ca. 1900; floor standing. Entwined antler columns supporting an oak butt rest and barrel clamps for four rifles or shotguns; 53"H x 31"W x 24"D. PERIOD: Early 20th CenturyORIGIN: Austria, EuropeSIZE: 53"H x 31"W x 24"D$7,500
- Black Forest Stag Desk SetSKU: K3500Swiss carved Black forest running stag desk set. PERIOD: Early 20th CenturyORIGIN: Switzerland, EuropeSIZE: 15" x 8" x 12"$4,500
- Black Forest Mantle ClockSKU: J1383ABlack Forest carved mantle clock with red stag finial. The clock movement is marked "Medaille Dargent Vincenti, 1855". A large red stag with foliate base. In working condition. Circa 1890. 16" x 6" x 20"H This is a large or fragile item, so shipping will not calculate on our website. Please ...$8,500
- Black Forest Owl BookendsSKU: S98Swiss Black Forest carved owl bookends with glass eyes, and carved bases. 7”H x 5 ½”W. Extends 14” to 28”. PERIOD: Late 19th CenturyORIGIN: Switzerland, EuropeSIZE: 7”H x 5 ½”W. Extends 14” to 28”$1,200
- Black Forest Mantle ClockSKU: O2021Black Forest Swiss carved mantle clock with elaborate design with chamois, buck and doe on finial on top of rock formation. Lower, there are three grouse, a rabbit and varmint coming out of holes on the right and left side. Elaborate carved floral design covering rock formation. Fully restored ...$22,000
- St. Bernard Black Forest Mantle ClockSKU: AH1080Black Forest carved mantle clock having two St. Bernard rescue dogs. One with bell and blanket, the other with keg. Both dogs on mountain base with twigs, branches and rocks. Working condition, fully restored. 27"H x 26"W x 7"D PERIOD: Late 19th CenturyORIGIN: Switzerland, EuropeSIZE: 27"H x ...$30,000
- Black Forest Game ClockSKU: AJ0558Black Forest Swiss heavily carved game clock. Fallow deer stag finial with doe resting below and game bird at bottom. Fully restored. Circa 1890. 25" x 11" x 35"H This is a large or fragile item, so shipping will not calculate on our website. Please contact the Gallery at (208) 769-7575; ...$24,000
- Black Forest Mantle ClockSKU: S105Black Forest carved Swiss mantle clock with an eagle attacking a buck chamois, with one escaping below. Heavily floral carved. Swiss movement. In working condition. Late 19th Century. 16"W x 8"deep x 22"H. PERIOD: Late 19th CenturyORIGIN: Switzerland, EuropeSIZE: 16"W x 8"D x 22"H$9,500
- Black Forest Mantle ClockSKU: R170Black Forest Swiss carved mantle clock with chamois family, buck, doe and fawn. Heavily carved. In working condition. Circa 1890. 12"W x 6"D x 18"H PERIOD: Late 19th CenturyORIGIN: Switzerland, EuropeSIZE: 12"W x 6"D x 18"H$5,500
- Black Forest Mantle ClockSKU: Q1084Massive Black Forest heavily carved mantle clock with eagle finial having chamois, doe and fawn below on rocky ledge. Heavily carved with foliate design. Fully restored and in working condition. Late 19th Century. 22" x 11" x 24"H PERIOD: Late 19th CenturyORIGIN: Switzerland, EuropeSIZE: 22" ...$18,000
- Black Forest Mantle ClockSKU: O1617Black Forest carved mantle clock with large red stag on foliate base. In working condition. Circa 1900. 18" x 4" x 22"H PERIOD: Early 20th CenturyORIGIN: Switzerland, EuropeSIZE: 18" x 4" x 22"H$9,500
- Black Forest Hunter's ClockSKU: L2483Black Forest carved hunter's clock of carved walnut with red stag finial, oak leaf motif and hound at base. In working condition. Circa 1890. 16" x 10" x 40"H PERIOD: Late 19th CenturyORIGIN: Switzerland, EuropeSIZE: 16" x 10" x 40"H$15,000
- Black Forest Game ClockSKU: L112819th Century Black Forest carved game clock with grouse finial. Completely restored and in working condition. Circa 1890. 17" x 7" x 19" PERIOD: 19th CenturyORIGIN: Switzerland, EuropeSIZE: 17" x 7" x 19"$6,500
- Black Forest Cuckoo ClockSKU: KK1003Black Forest carved German cuckoo hunter's clock with hanging grouse and rabbit, crossed rifles, game pouch, hunter's horn and eagle atop. Pinecone weights. 26" x 38" PERIOD: Early 20th CenturyORIGIN: Germany, EuropeSIZE: 26" x 38"$9,500
- Black Forest Clock Plaque by Johann HugglerSKU: O1619Black Forest carved clock plaque by Johann Huggler (1834-1912) of Brienz - a small town in Bernese Oberland, Canton Bern Switzerland. Signed with a sticker on the bottom that reads "ch.H.Schuh Interlaken" and the same formation written in ink. When one looks at the old photographs of Johann ...$27,000
- Pair of Black Forest ChairsSKU: Q504Swiss Black Forest carved bear chairs with oak leaf and acorn design. Carved seats and bear heads on front legs. Part of the Brienz Collection but not published. Circa 1890. 38"Tall; 17 1/2"Deep; 18"Wide. This is a large or fragile item, so shipping will not calculate on our website. Please ...$15,000
Swiss Black Forest Carvings
Swiss Black Forest carvings originated in the Black Forest region of Switzerland. These carvings are typically made from wood and depict a variety of subjects, such as animals, landscapes, and figures from folklore. Black Forest carvings are known for their fine craftsmanship, with many pieces featuring delicate, carved details and intricate designs. These carvings are created using traditional techniques and tools and are highly valued for their beauty and quality. Black forest wood carvings are a popular choice among collectors of decorative art and are often used to add a touch of charm and elegance to a space.