- Black Forest Three Piece Clock SetSKU: D1264Black Forest three piece clock set with carved stag, doe and fawn. Two sides having trees, stags and etched bowl. Works, marked Paris. 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 ...$11,000
- Black Forest Bear StoolSKU: PLATE67Brienz Black Forest bear stool with two finely carved sitting bears with slot in center for carrying. Pictured in "Black Forest Bears". Plate 67 PERIOD: Early 20th CenturyORIGIN: Switzerland, EuropeSIZE: 17"L x 6"W x 9"H$6,000
- Ibex Candle HolderSKU: GB27Black Forest carved Ibex candle holder.3 1/2" x 3" x 5"H PERIOD: Early 20th CenturyORIGIN: Switzerland, EuropeSIZE: 3 1/2" x 3" x 5"H56% off$200$450
- Black Forest Hanging Owl ChandelierSKU: Q624BSwiss Black Forest hanging two bulb light fixture. Carved linden wood, glass eyes. 29" wing span, 16" body, 6" plus hanging chain. Rewired. Part of the Brienz Collection but not published. PERIOD: Late 19th Century ORIGIN: Switzerland, EuropeSIZE: 29" Wing Span; 16" Body, 6" plus hanging chain$16,000
- Black Forest Hanging Owl ChandelierSKU: Q624ASwiss Black Forest hanging two bulb light fixture. Carved linden wood, glass eyes. 44" wing span, 26" body, 11" plus hanging chain. Rewired. Part of the Brienz Collection but not published. PERIOD: Late 19th Century ORIGIN: Switzerland, EuropeSIZE: 44" wing span, 26" body, 11" plus hanging chain$22,000
- Figural Cigar BoxSKU: D1122German carved wood dog form cigar box having glass eyes. PERIOD: Late 19th Century ORIGIN: Germany, EuropeSIZE: 10"H x 4 1/2"W x 6"D$3,500
- Black Forest Carved Bear Leash HolderSKU: D0510Black Forest Swiss carved bear leash holder with chamois horns. PERIOD: Early 20th CenturyORIGIN: Switzerland, EuropeSIZE: 10" x 5" Protrudes 3"$3,500
- Black Forest Jewelry BoxSKU: K681Footed oval Black Forest jewelry box with floral finials. PERIOD: Early 20th CenturyORIGIN: Switzerland, EuropeSIZE: 8" x 5" x 5"$1,500
- Black Forest Jewelry BoxSKU: K2478Hand carved Black Forest footed jewelry box with two song birds as finials. Original key. PERIOD: Early 20th CenturyORIGIN: Switzerland, EuropeSIZE: 6" x 5" x 5 1/2"H$1,700
- Black Forest Cuckoo ClockSKU: D0074Black Forest hand carved cuckoo clock with carousel dancers musical movement with stag head and hanging game decoration. Carousel rotates on the hour. This is a large or fragile item, so shipping will not calculate on our website. Please contact the Gallery at (208)769-7575; ...$7,000
- Spear from a CastleSKU: KK1015B17th century spear used to kill boars in the Black Forest. Haft is contemporary, but in a similar style to the original. 12"; 70" overall. PERIOD: 18th CenturyORIGIN: Germany, EuropeSIZE: 12"; 70" overall58% off$500$1,200
- Hand Carved Wall ClockSKU: N245Carved wall clock with fox, two hounds and grape clusters. 25" x 17". PERIOD: 19th CenturyORIGIN: Switzerland, EuropeSIZE: 25" x 17"$6,000
- Carved Drop-Front DeskSKU: N1430This important Black Forest drop-front desk recently came from an Austrian castle's hunt room - 40" x 17" x 64". We were told one of a pair - this is the better. Bugling stag on front with mushrooms and stick pile below. This is a large or fragile item, so shipping will not calculate on our ...$35,000
- Ibex PairSKU: A0151Swiss carvings of Ibex pair. PERIOD: UnknownORIGIN: Switzerland, EuropeSIZE: Each measures 7" x 12" x 20" h$4,500
- Goose ManSKU: Q502Swiss man holding two geese. Detailed carving. PERIOD: Mid 20th CenturyORIGIN: Switzerland, EuropeSIZE: 4 1/2"H$750
- Miniature Bear on Swing SetSKU: CHK9Miniature carved bear on swing set. 6"W x 5"H PERIOD: Early 20th CenturyORIGIN: Switzerland, EuropeSIZE: 6"W x 5"H29% off$250$350
- Dog PlaqueSKU: O583Well-carved Black Forest dog head on walnut plaque. Appears once to have been a cabinet door or box lid. 13" x 17"h. Part of the Brienz collection but not published. PERIOD: Early 20th CenturyORIGIN: Switzerland, EuropeSIZE: 18"x12"x5"$3,500
- William Tell and SonSKU: Q325Swiss carving of William Tell and son. Marked on the front "1307". On the back is the brass plate, "Sculptures Binder Fabr. Brienz Depot Lucerne SUISSE" PERIOD: Late 19th Century ORIGIN: Switzerland, EuropeSIZE: 26"H x 10" x 12"$15,000
- Standing Bear Pipe HolderSKU: P94aSwiss standing bear pipe holder. Published in "Black Forest Bears and Swiss Woodcarvings," plate 94a. Book included. PERIOD: Late 19th Century ORIGIN: Switzerland, EuropeSIZE: 12"H x 8"W$4,500
- Bear Pen and InkwellSKU: P93aSwiss bear with log pen rest and inkwell. Published in "Black Forest Bears and Swiss Woodcarvings," plate 93a. Book included. PERIOD: Late 19th Century ORIGIN: Switzerland, EuropeSIZE: 5"H x 9"W$1,400
- Walking Bear BellSKU: P92dSwiss walking bear bell. Published in "Black Forest Bears and Swiss Woodcarvings," plate 92d. Book included. PERIOD: Late 19th Century ORIGIN: Switzerland, EuropeSIZE: 7"H x 6 3/4"W$2,000
- Bear BarometerSKU: P92BClimbing bear barometer. Published in "Black Forest Bears and Swiss Woodcarvings" Plate: 92b. Book included. PERIOD: Early 20th CenturyORIGIN: Switzerland, EuropeSIZE: 8 1/2"h$1,200
- Bear InkwellSKU: P92AWalking bear pen holder and inkwell. Published in "Black Forest Bears and Swiss Woodcarvings," plate 92a. Book included. PERIOD: Early 20th CenturyORIGIN: Switzerland, EuropeSIZE: 4" h x 7" wide$1,200
- Bear Hall StandSKU: P91Hall stand mother bear climbing tree with one cub. Beleved glass mirror. Published in "Black Forest Bears and Swiss Woodcarvings," plate 91. Book included. This is a large or fragile item, so shipping will not calculate on our website. Please contact the Gallery at (208) 769-7575; ...$26,000
- "Bern" Bear Letter HolderSKU: P85B"Bern" walking bear letter holder, with a hinged front. Published in "Black Forest Bears and Swiss Woodcarvings," plate 85b. Book included. PERIOD: Late 19th Century ORIGIN: Switzerland, EuropeSIZE: 12"h x 8"w$1,600
- Seated BearSKU: P84cSwiss seated bear thermometer and barometer. Mechanically fine. Published in "Black Forest Bears and Swiss Woodcarvings," plate 84c. Book included. PERIOD: Late 19th Century ORIGIN: Switzerland, EuropeSIZE: 15"H x 7 1/2"W$3,000
- Bear MirrorSKU: P84BStanding bear, holding beveled glass mirror. Published in "Black Forest Bears and Swiss Woodcarvings" Plate: 84B Book included. PERIOD: Early 20th CenturyORIGIN: Switzerland, EuropeSIZE: 15"H$4,000
- Standing Bear CarvingSKU: P78Standing bear figurine on base. Published in "Black Forest Bears and Swiss Woodcarvings," plate 78. Book included. PERIOD: Early 20th CenturyORIGIN: Switzerland, EuropeSIZE: 19"h$6,500
- Carved Bear Holding BowlsSKU: P75Bear holding two carved bowls. Published in "Black Forest Bears and Swiss Woodcarvings," plate 75. Book included. PERIOD: Early 20th CenturyORIGIN: Switzerland, EuropeSIZE: 14"h x9" w$5,500
- Bear Hall StandSKU: P73Hall stand. Mother bear holding tree trunk with cub. Beveled glass mirror. Published in "Black Forest Bears" Swiss Wood Carvings, plate 73. 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 ...$18,000
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.