Hunting Trophy Sculpture Carved Wood Black Forest Ram Head 19th

Carved wooden sculpture from the Black Forest* representing a ram sheep's head as a hunting trophy, from the 19th century. This head is in good general condition, in its juice. Note: missing horns, cracks and holes in the wood, wear and tear, look carefully at the photos. * Black Forest or Black Forest Carved wooden objects from the Black Forest did not originate in Germany but were made in the Brienz region of Switzerland. The tradition of woodworking is ancestral in this region, the inhabitants perpetuate the practice of carved wood on the facades of houses, furniture or everyday objects. The sculptors excel in particular in the representation of wild animals in their natural environment. In the 19th century, these naturalistic sculptures from the black forest became very fashionable and highly prized. Dimensions: escutcheon 35.5 cm x 23.5 cm Width: at the ears 30 cm Length: head 30 cm Depth: 20 cm Reference: 800 210 All photos are on: www.antiques-delaval.com