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19th Century black forest carving
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A wonderful and unique 19th Century black forest carving of an elderly man sitting on a tree trunk holding a newspaper, the front of the tree trunk encased behind a circular glass window is the edelweiss plant, which comes from the slopes of the Swiss mountainside. The newspaper that the elderly man is holding unravels to reveal an article titled "out of doors" by john Armitage detailing the search for the edelweiss star plant. Circa 1880.2 1/2" x 3 1/2" x 5" high
6cms x 9cms x 13cms high
DateLate 19th Century :
1880
MakerBlack Forest
Codeas256a3290 / 3728
Price £1450.00 
€1665.47 
$1954.31 
The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 22/JAN/2026.
Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer.StatusFor Sale SellerMartlesham Antiques Telephone01394 386732 or 07889724434Non UK callers :+44 1394 386732 or +44 7889724434Emailinfo@martleshamantiques.com
€1665.47 
$1954.31 
The price has been listed in British Pounds.Conversion rates as of 22/JAN/2026.
Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer.StatusFor Sale SellerMartlesham Antiques Telephone01394 386732 or 07889724434Non UK callers :+44 1394 386732 or +44 7889724434Emailinfo@martleshamantiques.com
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