August Americana
Description:
Life-size Polychrome Carved Walnut Bear, probably Black Forest, Germany, late 19th century, the detailed bear with glass eyes and an open mouth, old surface, (imperfections),ht. 33 1/8, wd. 57, dp. 18 in.
Estimate $8,000-12,000
shrinkage crack where sections of the carving were glued together, small repairs to feet
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