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Hand Carved Pair of Foraging Wild Boar / Hogs Sculpture Oak w. Sculptor Monogram

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One of a kind and beautiful workmanship boars sculpture with maker's monogram. We believe this very good condition, semi-antique wooden sculpture of a pair of foraging wild hogs on a solid oak base originates from the German Black Forest region. What makes this rare subject matter sculpture extra special is the fact that it was entirely hand-carved out of one log of beautiful oak. However, what makes this boars sculpture truly unique is that the artist, in our view, managed to capture the soul of these wild forest creatures. The way they have been portrayed here is extactly how they behave in their natural environment and their body postures is exactly how they stand and forage in real life, with their noses/snouts literally digged into the forest floor, 'looking' for seeds, roots, bulbs etc. The sculptor clearly has studied these animals, because we also love how he managed to carve them whilst slightly leaning into each other, just like they do in real life. We always wonder if these animals do this in trying to 'hold their ground' or if it is a type of social interaction (or both). Either way, to be able to hand carve such a clear and well balanced scene takes a god given talent and many years of experience. In image 7 is the sculptor's hand carved monogram, which we believe reads RH. Unfortunately we don't know this artist (as so often is the case with special antiques). With there being hardly any wear or visible damage and certainly no woodworm, this quality workmanship sculpture truly is a rare find. There is one tiny 'shrinkage crack' running through the smaller boar's neck/body and one hind leg looks to be 'fastened'. Maybe through shrinkage of the wood (which happens in every wooden antique) the hind leg at some point in time seperated by a millimeter and that opening was then filled. This unique work of art also makes a great gift for a friend or loved one who loves spending time in the woods, who lives in or near the woods or who has a hunting or trophy room or who loves to spend time in his/her forest or mountain cabin / chalet / lodge etc. Mind you, our fair price for this sizable and unique piece of art includes perfect packing (in a custom made and padded box) and also worldwide shipping from our store to your door in just 3 to 5 days. Maximum width x height x depth: 17.3 x 8.9 x 6.5 inches. We have a passion for the unique, for quality, for stylish and artistic and for the best craftsmanship of years gone by. Your purchases will be extremely well packaged and we look forward to serving you (again).
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8.9 in (22.61 cm)Width: 17.3 in (43.95 cm)Depth: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)
  • Style:
    Black Forest (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1940-1960
  • Condition:
    Repaired: One minor repair to hind leg, as mentioned in our item description. Wear consistent with age and use. This unique carving is truly special and great value for money for any collector or enthousiast. Please also read our item description.
  • Seller Location:
    Lisse, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: FiGQ431339343441 Free Shipping1stDibs: LU2341343611152

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