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BEAR TOBACCO JAR MUSIC BOX. Black Forest Figural Wood Carved Humidor c. This is an Awesome BEAR TOBACCO JAR MUSIC BOX Black Forest Figural Wood Carved circa 1950. This tobacco jar music box. Is dark brown in color, with some decorative color accents, (photographed in natural light, the photos appear lighter than actual color). Is well modeled in deep relief with very good carving and detail. Depicts a seated bear carved in Black Forest style. Has an expressive face, a mouth with teeth, glass paperweight style eyes, ears straight up. Has a custom top, the head lifts open, and is fitted to the body; the base container, with a brass hinge, is the body of the bear with four outstretched paws; the base is hollowed out as a tobacco jar. Has a Thorens MUSIC BOX built into the base, which is activated by a string attached to the top; when the lid is opened the music box is activated- it plays There is No Place Like Home and Way Down Upon the Swanee River. The music box has been serviced, cleaned and oiled, and it works. Once the lid is closed the two songs stop after being played through. Has a round plinth elevated base with three small rounded feet; the underside has the winder key and access panel to the music box. Tall x 5.5 In. Wide x 6.5 In. The estimated date is circa 1950. The BEAR TOBACCO JAR MUSIC BOX Black Forest is in very good condition. Condition status includes minimal normal wear and rubbing. Overall, this work is sound, having no chips, cracks, or major defects, and having had no apparent repairs or restorations. Please see all photos which are a part of this description. Photos have been taken in indirect sunlight, reflections and lighting spots and shadows that may appear as irregularities do not necessarily indicate defects and are not necessarily chips, cracks, or discoloration. In the 1800s the wood carving industry of Switzerland started in the town of Brienz. By the end of the 1800s it had become the driving force for this industry in Switzerland and Germany. Swiss wood carvers became world renowned and featured at many international exhibitions. In Europe, Black Forest carvings (wares) became a symbol of luxury and wealth. The finest pieces of Black Forest carving were often found in Royal collections and elite collectors homes (usually Victorian world travelers). Please bookmark this work; Listing Category and List Price are subject to change. The age quoted is an estimate based on form, design, research, and Sellers collecting experience. If you see something wrong in a listing, please send me a message and let me know and I will address the situation accordingly. The item “Rare BEAR TOBACCO JAR MUSIC BOX Black Forest Figural Wood Carved Humidor c. 1950″ is in sale since Thursday, July 15, 2021. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Decorative Collectibles\Music Boxes”. The seller is “fleurman” and is located in West Palm Beach, Florida. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Handmade: Yes
• Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland
• Unit Quantity: 1
• Brand: Thorens
• Time Period Manufactured: 1940-1969
• Dimensions: 8.7 In. Tall x 5.5 In. Wide x 6.5 In. Deep
• Weight: 1 Lb., 9.3 Oz
• Type: BEAR TOBACCO JAR MUSIC BOX
• Style: Swiss/ Black Forest

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Very Fine Vintage Large Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Cigar Box or Humidor With Laying Bear Figurine on top. Mid 20th century, hallmarked on underside and on paw. Measurements : 6 5/8″ x 4 1/4″ x 2 1/4 (17 x 11 x 6 cm). Weight : 69 5 gm (22.34 toz). Thin wooden lining inside. The item “Fine Vintage Large Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Cigar Box Humidor With Bear” is in sale since Sunday, August 2, 2020. This item is in the category “Antiques\Silver\Sterling Silver (.925)\Boxes”. The seller is “wwpgallery” and is located in Brooklyn, New York. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Age: Post-1940
• Composition: Sterling Silver
• Brand: Tiffany & Co.
• Type: Boxes

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Very Fine Vintage Large Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Cigar Box or Humidor With Laying Bear Figurine on top. Mid 20th century, hallmarked on underside. Measurements : 6 5/8″ x 4 1/4″ x 2 1/4 (17 x 11 x 6 cm). Weight : 7 2 0 gm (23.15 toz). Thin wooden lining inside. The item “Fine Vintage Large Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Cigar Box Humidor With Bear” is in sale since Wednesday, July 8, 2020. This item is in the category “Antiques\Silver\Sterling Silver (.925)\Boxes”. The seller is “wwpgallery” and is located in Brooklyn, New York. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Age: Post-1940
• Composition: Sterling Silver
• Brand: Tiffany & Co.
• Type: Boxes

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VTG ANTIQUE BLACK FOREST BEAR HEAD TOBACCO JAR BOX GLASS EYES CARVED WOOD RARE. THE BEARS HEAD LIFTS BACK ON A HINGED LID TO REVEAL THE TOBACCO COMPARTMENT, COULD BE USED TO STORE ALL SORTS OF THINGS. Vintage condition, looks to be in good condition for age. The item “VTG ANTIQUE BLACK FOREST BEAR HEAD TOBACCO JAR BOX GLASS EYES CARVED WOOD RARE” is in sale since Tuesday, May 28, 2019. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Tobacciana\Cigars\Humidors\Antique & Vintage”. The seller is “ejlions20″ and is located in Grand Junction, Colorado. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Australia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Japan, China, Sweden, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, Thailand, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Bahamas, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Saudi arabia, Ukraine, United arab emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Croatia, Malaysia, Chile, Colombia, Costa rica, Panama, Trinidad and tobago, Guatemala, Honduras, Jamaica, Bolivia, Uruguay, Russian federation.

• Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland

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Antique Black Forest Carved BEAR Humidor Swiss Music Box Albert Schild. Offering an antique Black Forest Swiss hand carved BEAR Humidor/Hinged Music Box. Retains original label on bottom. Woodcarvings made in Switzerland Albert Schild, Interlaken. Music Box– not in working order. Attached to interior of base– marked. 2 additional small parts shown in photo (will package in plastic bag). Wood BEAR –carving in excellent antique condition. Intricate incised carving– for realistic portrayal of fur. Wonderful from all angles. 6 1/2 from side to side. We wrap all our items very carefully. The item “Antique Black Forest Carved BEAR Humidor Swiss Music Box Albert Schild” is in sale since Saturday, December 23, 2017. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Tobacciana\Cigars\Humidors\Antique & Vintage”. The seller is “cathedralhillestates” and is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Australia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Japan, China, Sweden, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, Thailand, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, Singapore, Switzerland, Saudi arabia, Ukraine, United arab emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Croatia, Malaysia, Chile, Colombia, Costa rica, Panama, Trinidad and tobago, Guatemala, Honduras, Jamaica, Bahamas.

• Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland

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Antique Swiss Black Forest Wood Carving Humidor Music Box Bear Glass Eyes Brienz c1920s. The box drawer/tray opens by pressing down on the button at the front of the ashtray. We see a figural wood carved bear atop the box, with the match holder behind him. The bear has glass eyes. This piece is also a music box. It plays Balalaika and Mariandl. The underside shows a label with the song titles, and a label from E. BRIENZ, Stock #, Original cost. We also see 285, which looks to be a previous price. Above the winder and 285, on the edge, we see a stamped letter R or B. The piece measures 6 1/4″ tall, 4 1/4″ wide (with bear’s nose), and 4 7/8 deep. This piece is part of the unsold, uncirculated carving stock from the famous JOBIN carving emporium in Brienz, Switzerland. Jobin will be closing its doors soon, permanently, so collect these items while you can. Very good used/antique condition with great patina. Functional parts work properly. Music box sounds beautiful. Review photos as part of the complete condition detail. Heidelberg Antiques is located at 1415 South Broadway on antique row in Denver. Featuring European furniture and accessories for the mountain home. Black Forest carvings, antler furniture, antique linen for the country look. Meet our owner, Diana Neisler. Diana grew up in Heidelberg, Germany and from a young age developed an appreciation for beautiful objects having grown up studying them. When she lived in Paris, she enjoyed going to the museum every Sunday. Speaking six languages, Diana has knowledge base in European antiques with a specialized expertise in Black Forest carvings, hunting and sporting related items, antler pieces, and military. She opened her flagship boutique store on Denver’s Historic Antique Row in 2000 and her collection is only surpassed by her satisfied customers both in Colorado and online. See my other listings. For more great items! We can only supply an EXACT quote once the item is packed and we have the exact weight and dimensions. We will take a return within 30 days. We will take a return only if the item has been misrepresented. The item “Antique Swiss Black Forest Wood Pipe-Tobacco Humidor Music Box Bear Brienz c1920″ is in sale since Tuesday, June 13, 2017. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Tobacciana\Cigars\Humidors\Antique & Vintage”. The seller is “heidelbergantiques” and is located in Denver, Colorado. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland

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