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Pair of carved polychrome and gilt painted jester figures, Swiss or German C1930

$2,141.29per set
£1,550per set
€1,847.28per set
CA$2,974.36per set
A$2,987.57per set
CHF 1,732.28per set
MX$36,451.45per set
NOK 20,047.39per set
SEK 20,569.67per set
DKK 13,809.17per set

About the Item

We have for offer this wonderful pair of rare Swiss or Black Forest carved and polychrome and gilt painted jester figures. A most interesting pair of very high-quality Swiss or Black Forest carved lime wood figures depicting two similar dancing medieval type figures who are taking part in a coordinated and flamboyant dance. The figures are beautifully hand-carved with very fine detail. They are fully hand-painted with polychrome colours and gold tunics. This most decorative pair of figures dates to circa 1930 and originates from the workshop of a master craftsman in either Switzerland or the Black Forest region of Germany. Both figures are in excellent original condition with no repairs or restoration. Please let us know if you need any further information and photographs of these delightful jester figures.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.49 in (19 cm)Width: 3.94 in (10 cm)Depth: 2.37 in (6 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Black Forest (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wood,Gilt,Hand-Crafted,Polychromed
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1930
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Central England, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6434249876662

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