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Up for sale is a beautiful, oversized vintage mid-century modern German folk art wood relief wall plaque. This unique, one-of-a-kind piece features an expansive, hand-carved bas-relief scene of ten children engaged in a playful game of tug-of-war. The craftsmanship showcases bold, stylized dark outlines and flat, earthy mid-century paint tones reminiscent of iconic German nursery art producers like Mertens-Kunst and Ravi. At a substantial 19″ x 8.25″, this striking horizontal panel is much larger than typical vintage German plaques, making it a perfect statement piece for MCM nurseries, playroom decor, or folk art collections. The natural wood grain shows beautifully across the background. Please see photos for exact cosmetic details. This is a one-of-a-kind piece. A couple of my photos of this piece exist on the internet due to my research. Hanging Hardware: Features an integrated, reverse-carved circular keyhole slot on the back for secure, flush-to-wall hanging without visible modern hardware. If you have any questions or want additional photos, please ask.

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AWESOME VINTAGE / ANTIQUE GERMAN FOLK ART WOOD CARVING WITH 3 HORSES PULLING A SLED DRIVEN BY A BEAR. MEASURES APPOX 18″ X 11″ X 10. EXCELLENT OVERALL AS FOUND CONDITION WITH NO REPAIRS (THE HORSES COULD USE SOME NEW PEGS). MANY ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS DIRECTLY BELOW. PLEASE BE SURE TO CHECK OUT MY OTHER LISTINGS AS I WILL BE ADDING MANY MORE HISTORICAL ANTIQUES AND ARTIFACTS FROM MY 89-YEAR-OLD FATHERS COLLECTIONS.

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This small wood sculpture features a Santa Claus with presents. Made in Germany by Oberammergau Holzschnitzerei, it showcases intricate carvings in a style reminiscent of Anri. Standing at 2.5 inches tall, this piece depicts Santa holding presents, perfect for adding a festive touch to various rooms like the office, living room, or entryway during the Christmas season. This unique and original sculpture from the Oberammergau Holzschnitzerei collection would make a charming addition for those who appreciate traditional craftsmanship and holiday decor.

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This mid to late 18th century fellow is most likely German or Austrian and is richly carved from linden with oustanding facial features and moppy hair. Measuring 8 5/8″ tall x 8 1/2″ wide x 3 1/2 deep, the face suggests a child’s portrait and the pigmentation appears to be of the period for the most part. The symmetrically arrayed wings boast much original gold leaf (on red bole/gesso ground) with areas of wear and dull gold indicating later bronze powder over gilding/touch-up. The wood is in very good condition (minimal or no worming) and there is some paint/gesso loss in his hair on top. He has been displayed for years and is dusty.

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Embrace the timeless artistry of this vintage hand-carved wooden sculpture, originating from the skilled craftsmen of Germany. This piece showcases a captivating figure of an elderly man and woman, lost in the act of reading, beautifully sculpted to convey a sense of serenity and wisdom. The natural wood material, rich in texture and tone, provides a warm and inviting contrast to the intricate carvings that detail the sculpture. Crafted with care, this sculpture stands as a testament to the intricate workmanship and attention to detail that is synonymous with German quality. The sculpture’s rich brown hue and the delicate carvings make it an elegant addition to any space, inviting a touch of tradition and culture into your home or office. It’s in great condition and measures 5 inches tall by 3 3/4 inches wide. Thank you for visiting “Dusty Treasures ” and please feel free to browse through.

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Bergner 3D Hand Carved Wood Wall Art German Black Forest Sculpture Picture. Great picture to hang in a cabin, if not your home. Rustic iconic scene from Switzerland Black Forest Alpine Swiss Alps Chalet Tahoe Shasta – would look good above a fireplace or mantel. Excellent vintage condition – couple of minor nicks. Mid Century Modern, MCM, from the early 60’s. 3 Dimensional hand carved wood burned surface. Artist is R Bergner. Dimensions – 36.5″ x 16″ x 1-1/8 – would look good above a fireplace or mantel. Weighs 7.5 lbs; has hang wire attached to back. From a pet free smoke free home.

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This listing is for a really nice antique piece-a wood relief carved scene. I believe this is probably German, but it remains unsigned. Piece measures 15.5 inches long by just under 9 inches wide. This is in nice shape with some light wear.

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MASSIVE Caribou Horn CENTERPIECE. WOOD CARVED SCULPTURE BLACK FOREST GERMAN 19TH. Estate find this came from Germany by an estates grandfather. They were told they were from his grandfather. One of the Roe Deer sets has a date of 1877 written on it. All 3 are old and on carved bases. Stands 21″ tall, Base at widest is 16″ and top at widest is 9.

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Impressive Hand Carved Wooden sculpture of William Shakespeare standing on books. This sculpture is 18 1/2 inches in height. It is expertly hand carved with amazing attention to detail. Labeled on the bottom for master carver H. Perfect for display in any room of your home or office. There are no chips damage. Please view photos to further aid in description. If you have any questions just ask.

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Vintage German Black Forest Wood Carved Hand Painted Wall Hanging Art. This item is in the category “Art\Art Sculptures”. The seller is “vintagebask” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States, Fiji, Papua New Guinea, Wallis and Futuna, Gambia, Malaysia, Taiwan, Poland, Oman, Suriname, United Arab Emirates, Kenya, Argentina, Guinea-Bissau, Armenia, Uzbekistan, Bhutan, Senegal, Togo, Ireland, Qatar, Burundi, Netherlands, Iraq, Slovakia, Slovenia, Equatorial Guinea, Thailand, Aruba, Sweden, Iceland, Macedonia, Belgium, Israel, Kuwait, Liechtenstein, Benin, Algeria, Antigua and Barbuda, Italy, Swaziland, Tanzania, Pakistan, Burkina Faso, Panama, Singapore, Kyrgyzstan, Switzerland, Djibouti, Chile, China, Mali, Botswana, Republic of Croatia, Cambodia, Indonesia, Portugal, Malta, Tajikistan, Vietnam, Cayman Islands, Paraguay, Saint Helena, Cyprus, Seychelles, Rwanda, Bangladesh, Australia, Austria, Sri Lanka, Gabon Republic, Zimbabwe, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Norway, Côte d’Ivoire (Ivory Coast), Kiribati, Turkmenistan, Grenada, Greece, Haiti, Greenland, Yemen, Afghanistan, Montenegro, Mongolia, Nepal, Bahamas, Bahrain, United Kingdom, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Hungary, Angola, Western Samoa, France, Mozambique, Namibia, Peru, Denmark, Guatemala, Solomon Islands, Vatican City State, Sierra Leone, Nauru, Anguilla, El Salvador, Dominican Republic, Cameroon, Guyana, Azerbaijan Republic, Macau, Georgia, Tonga, San Marino, Eritrea, Saint Kitts-Nevis, Morocco, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Mauritania, Belize, Philippines, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Republic of the Congo, Western Sahara, Colombia, Spain, Estonia, Bermuda, Montserrat, Zambia, South Korea, Vanuatu, Ecuador, Albania, Ethiopia, Monaco, Niger, Laos, Ghana, Cape Verde Islands, Moldova, Madagascar, Saint Pierre and Miquelon, Lebanon, Liberia, Bolivia, Maldives, Gibraltar, Hong Kong, Central African Republic, Lesotho, Nigeria, Mauritius, Saint Lucia, Jordan, Guinea, British Virgin Islands, Canada, Turks and Caicos Islands, Chad, Andorra, Romania, Costa Rica, India, Mexico, Serbia, Kazakhstan, Saudi Arabia, Japan, Lithuania, Trinidad and Tobago, Malawi, Nicaragua, Finland, Tunisia, Luxembourg, Uganda, Brazil, Turkey, Tuvalu, Germany, Egypt, Latvia, Jamaica, Niue, South Africa, Brunei Darussalam, Honduras.

• Artist: Unsigned
• Category: Art
• Size: Medium (up to 36in.)
• Color: Natural Wood
• Material: Wood
• Item Length: 29.75”
• Region of Origin: Germany
• Subject: Landscape, Village
• Type: Sculptures & Carvings
• Format: Unknown
• Original/Licensed Reproduction: Original
• Item Height: 16.5”
• Style: Black Forest
• Production Technique: Carving

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