19th Century French Black Forest Style Carved Jardiniere with Musical Motif
19th Century French Black Forest Style Carved Jardiniere with Musical Motif
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An exquisite hand-carved French walnut jardiniere crafted in the sought-after Black Forest style, featuring deeply sculpted Neoclassical "trophy" motifs of musical instruments, torches, and ribbon swags. The richly aged walnut surface highlights the fine three-dimensional carving, while the shaped rim and acanthus leaf base add a classical elegance. A sophisticated piece perfect for floral displays, a library accent, or refined decorative use.
An exquisite hand-carved French walnut jardiniere crafted in the sought-after Black Forest style, featuring deeply sculpted Neoclassical "trophy" motifs of musical instruments, torches, and ribbon swags. The richly aged walnut surface highlights the fine three-dimensional carving, while the shaped rim and acanthus leaf base add a classical elegance. A sophisticated piece perfect for floral displays, a library accent, or refined decorative use.
13"l x 8"w x 6.25"h
13"l x 8"w x 6.25"h
Though traditionally associated with Swiss and German carving, the "Black Forest" style also heavily influenced French artisans in the 19th century. French Black Forest-style pieces often adopted more formal Neoclassical themes, showcasing trophy arrangements of musical instruments, flaming torches, and laurel wreaths - symbols of the arts, enlightenment, and triumph.
This finely carved walnut jardiniere captures that unique fusion, blending Black Forest's deep dimensional handwork with the refined symbolism beloved in French interiors. Elegant and sculptural, it would have graced a well-appointed salon or music room during the Belle Epoque era.
Though traditionally associated with Swiss and German carving, the "Black Forest" style also heavily influenced French artisans in the 19th century. French Black Forest-style pieces often adopted more formal Neoclassical themes, showcasing trophy arrangements of musical instruments, flaming torches, and laurel wreaths - symbols of the arts, enlightenment, and triumph.
This finely carved walnut jardiniere captures that unique fusion, blending Black Forest's deep dimensional handwork with the refined symbolism beloved in French interiors. Elegant and sculptural, it would have graced a well-appointed salon or music room during the Belle Epoque era.
Mid-to-Late 19th Century ( 1860-1890)
Mid-to-Late 19th Century ( 1860-1890)
Carved walnut
Carved walnut
France
France
Normal age and wear to wood
Normal age and wear to wood