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Hand-carved wooden nutcracker from the early 20th century, entirely in wood and richly decorated with geometric and floral motifs, measuring 21 × 8 × 2.5 cm and originating from the Netherlands, in good vintage condition with signs of age and use.
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Hand-carved wooden nutcracker – richly decorated – folk art / ethnographic
Special and decorative wooden nutcracker, fully made of wood and featuring richly hand-carved ornamentation.
The nutcracker has a pronounced folkloric appearance. Across almost the entire surface there are geometric patterns, sun motifs and decorative incisions. Especially the round upper part with the surrounding protruding forms gives the object a powerful and almost sculptural character.
The mechanism is simple yet ingenious: by pressing the two long wooden arms together, the upper part moves toward the hollowed-out bowl in which the nut is placed. This makes it not only an attractive decorative object, but also an interesting example of traditional use and artisanal woodwork.
The warm wood color, visible grain and slight signs of use give this nutcracker a lot of character. Due to its distinctive shape, it is very suitable for a collection of folk art, primitive art, antique kitchenware or curiosa.
Details:
* Fully wooden
* Hand-carved decoration
* Rich with geometric and floral/sun-shaped motifs
* Traditional lever mechanism
* Beautiful warm patina of the wood
* Decorative and functional
* Beautiful sculptural appearance
The nutcracker is in used vintage condition with visible signs of age and use. Around the moving upper part there is wear and damage; please examine the detail photos carefully. These marks are consistent with the age and authentic character of the object.
A characterful wooden nutcracker that stands out for its extensive carving and unusual design.
Dimensions
Height 21 cm
Width 8 cm
Depth 2.5 cm
Photos provide a clear picture of quality and are part of the description.
The whole will be well packed and shipped with tracking. The shipping costs also include packing materials and transport. Ships only within the postal EU. Pick-up is only possible when the lot is auctioned for more than €50 and, of course, by appointment during office hours.
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Hand-carved wooden nutcracker – richly decorated – folk art / ethnographic
Special and decorative wooden nutcracker, fully made of wood and featuring richly hand-carved ornamentation.
The nutcracker has a pronounced folkloric appearance. Across almost the entire surface there are geometric patterns, sun motifs and decorative incisions. Especially the round upper part with the surrounding protruding forms gives the object a powerful and almost sculptural character.
The mechanism is simple yet ingenious: by pressing the two long wooden arms together, the upper part moves toward the hollowed-out bowl in which the nut is placed. This makes it not only an attractive decorative object, but also an interesting example of traditional use and artisanal woodwork.
The warm wood color, visible grain and slight signs of use give this nutcracker a lot of character. Due to its distinctive shape, it is very suitable for a collection of folk art, primitive art, antique kitchenware or curiosa.
Details:
* Fully wooden
* Hand-carved decoration
* Rich with geometric and floral/sun-shaped motifs
* Traditional lever mechanism
* Beautiful warm patina of the wood
* Decorative and functional
* Beautiful sculptural appearance
The nutcracker is in used vintage condition with visible signs of age and use. Around the moving upper part there is wear and damage; please examine the detail photos carefully. These marks are consistent with the age and authentic character of the object.
A characterful wooden nutcracker that stands out for its extensive carving and unusual design.
Dimensions
Height 21 cm
Width 8 cm
Depth 2.5 cm
Photos provide a clear picture of quality and are part of the description.
The whole will be well packed and shipped with tracking. The shipping costs also include packing materials and transport. Ships only within the postal EU. Pick-up is only possible when the lot is auctioned for more than €50 and, of course, by appointment during office hours.
Artifort, Gispen, Pastoe, Fristho, Raak, Hala, Spectrum, Anvia, Gelderland, Montis, Gelderland, Friso Kramer, Wim Rietveld, Gerard van der Berg, Martin Visser, Marcel Wanders, Rob Parry, hand-carved nutcracker, antique nutcracker, vintage nutcracker, hand-carved nutcracker, carved wooden nutcracker, wooden nutcracker, folk art, volkskunst, ethnografica, ethnographic object, primitive art, tribal art, hand carved wood, houtsnijwerk, wooden tool, antique kitchenware, vintage kitchen tool, nut cracker, traditional nutcracker, rustic decor, bohemian decor, curiosa, collectible, decorative woodwork, artisanal woodwork, folkloric, geometric wood carving
Details
Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
Folk art nutcracker
Country of origin
Netherlands
Material
Wood
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
21 cm
Width
8 cm
Depth
2.5 cm
Estimated period
early 20th century
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