{"title":"Carvings","description":"All sorts of wood art including black forest bears from Switzerland, Chinese immortal figures and African tribal art","products":[{"product_id":"vintage-balinese-bust-carvings","title":"Vintage Balinese Bust Carvings","description":"A nice pair of traditional Balinese bust carvings.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn good condition with no damage.","brand":"CIRCUS Vintage \u0026 Curios","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54953247998338,"sku":"ET-1097864838","price":17.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/1405\/9185\/files\/il_fullxfull.3433683566_7ayn.jpg?v=1739013103"},{"product_id":"large-colorful-balinese-horse-carving","title":"Large Colorful Balinese Horse Carving","description":"A beautiful colourful carving made around the middle of the last century in Bali, Indonesia.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe figurine is in good condition and free from damage. An excellent and unusual piece of décor that could stand on the floor or on top of a unit.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn Balinese culture, horses are regarded as sacred animals that symbolize power, strength, and loyalty\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e54cm \/ 21\" tall","brand":"CIRCUS Vintage \u0026 Curios","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54953291809154,"sku":"03-04-24-N-80-S-EB","price":155.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/1405\/9185\/files\/il_fullxfull.6099840986_kdis.jpg?v=1739013956"},{"product_id":"balinese-rosewood-carving-vishnu-and-garuda","title":"Balinese Rosewood Carving - Vishnu and Garuda","description":"A beautiful, intricately carved statue of the Hindu Deity Vishnu riding his Vahana (mount) Garuda. Carved from rosewood in Bali, Indonesia and dating from around the middle of the last century.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVishnu riding Garuda is a common theme in Balinese sculpture. Vishnu, in Hindu mythology, is said to be the preserver and protector of the universe, keeper and giver of life and considered the most merciful of the Hindu gods. Garuda, apart from being the Vahana of Vishnu, is also said to be the enemy of all snakes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e18cm \/ 7\" tall","brand":"CIRCUS Vintage \u0026 Curios","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54953316483458,"sku":"04-10-24-N-20-S-TM","price":63.8,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/1405\/9185\/files\/il_fullxfull.6370702051_ho4o.jpg?v=1739014794"},{"product_id":"early-20thc-chinese-carving-of-buffalo-and-riders","title":"Early 20thC Chinese Carving of Buffalo and Riders","description":"A large and intricately carved figure of a recumbent water buffalo with two boys on top it. Made from a dense tropical hardwood, the detail is amazing, the figures and the buffalo both having glass eyes and bone teeth. A bit of the lower teeth of the buffalo is missing and there is a split in the wood but these defects detract from the overall appearance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDating from the early 20th century\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e27cm \/ 10.5\" long","brand":"CIRCUS Vintage \u0026 Curios","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54953319727490,"sku":"21-10-24-N-30-S-TL","price":125.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/1405\/9185\/files\/il_fullxfull.6368127916_m2ml.jpg?v=1739014884"},{"product_id":"antique-black-forest-dog-head-page-turner-carved-wood-handle-c-1900","title":"Antique Black Forest Dog Head Page Turner – Carved Wood Handle, c.1900","description":"An unusual and characterful Black Forest page turner with a finely carved dog's head to the handle, dating from the late 19th to early 20th century. These pieces were typically carved in the Black Forest region of Germany or Switzerland and were used for turning pages of delicate books or sheet music without soiling them.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis example features a crisply modeled head—likely bulldog—with expressive eyes, ears, and deeply incised fur detailing. The head is carved from a darker wood, set atop a polished cylindrical shaft that tapers into a lighter, worn blade.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere is honest wear to the blade and one of the glass eyes is missing but it remains structurally sound and full of charm.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMeasurements:\u003cbr\u003e11.5\" long (29 cm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e*** US Buyers - Note that there is still no import tariff on goods valued less than $800 ***","brand":"CIRCUS OF CURIOS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55263379620226,"sku":"05-06-25-Y-37.5-L7-TL","price":89.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/1405\/9185\/files\/il_fullxfull.6917391938_njsu.jpg?v=1749143837"},{"product_id":"19th-century-black-forest-carved-pug-dog-inkwell-with-glass-eyes","title":"19th Century Black Forest Carved Pug Dog Inkwell with Glass Eyes","description":"A superb and rare 19th century Black Forest inkwell intricately carved in the form of a pug dog’s head. Crafted from richly grained hardwood, this figural piece showcases the high level of detail and expression typical of Black Forest carving—complete with deep-set glass eyes, textured jowls, and a delightfully solemn expression.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe hinged top opens to reveal a concealed metal inkwell with a second lid, still intact and functional. The wood bears a stunning variegated patina, with darkened areas adding to its dramatic presence. The back and base are smoothly finished, showing the skill of the carver and the age of the piece.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA true collector’s item, this inkwell is both decorative and functional—perfect for lovers of antique canine objets d’art, Black Forest carvings, or unique desk accessories.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGood antique condition with wear consistent with age. Some oxidation to the inner metal components, surface wear to the wood, and lovely age patina throughout. Hinge and lids open and close well. The glass inkwell insert is quite dirty with dried ink.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDimensions: Approx. 5.5\" high x 4\" wide (14 cm x 10 cm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e*** US Buyers - Note that there is still no import tariff on goods valued less than $800 ***","brand":"CIRCUS OF CURIOS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55523842163074,"sku":"04-08-25-Y-37.5-S-TL","price":415.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/1405\/9185\/files\/il_fullxfull.7127464263_2nlu.jpg?v=1754321144"},{"product_id":"antique-black-forest-carved-bear-musical-ashtray-with-cigarette-drawer","title":"Antique Black Forest Carved Bear Musical Ashtray With Cigarette Drawer","description":"A characterful Black Forest tabletop ashtray carved with a bear beside a stone-patterned well fitted with a metal ash bowl and tiny ladle. The front drawer is sized for cigarettes and cleverly triggers the musical movement—open the drawer and it plays, close it and it stops. Likely early 20th century and from Switzerland, with lovely hand-cut detailing to the fur and rockwork. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDimensions 13 x 13 x 10 cm (5.1\" x 5.1\" x 3.9\"). In good, timeworn condition: age patina and rubbing throughout, small chips and knocks to edges and corners, old wear and losses around the rear winder area, and handling wear to the drawer lip; stable and display-ready. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA charming slice of Alpine chalet style for a bar cart, library, or cabin vignette.","brand":"CIRCUS OF CURIOS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55940687397250,"sku":"08-11-25-N-34-S-BL","price":125.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/1405\/9185\/files\/il_fullxfull.7420567985_o1m2.jpg?v=1762614543"},{"product_id":"antique-carved-wooden-crucifix-with-metal-corpus-black-forest-43-cm-16-9","title":"Antique Carved Wooden Crucifix With Metal Corpus - Black Forest -  43 cm \/ 16.9\"","description":"A beautifully characterful antique carved wooden crucifix, set with a silver-tone metal corpus and INRI plaque, and finished with a dramatic openwork cross form that reads wonderfully “Gothic Revival” on a shelf, mantel, or altar table. The stepped base gives it real presence, and the aged surface and tool marks make it feel properly devotional and handmade rather than factory-perfect—ideal for the current Dark Academia \/ monastic study \/ gothic interior look, where one strong object can anchor an entire vignette.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHeight 43 cm (16.9\"). Condition is good for age with honest wear and patina. There is historic woodworm visible (notably to the base) which has been treated, leaving the typical small flight holes as part of its history—please see photos up close. A strong display piece with lots of atmosphere.","brand":"CIRCUS OF CURIOS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56322233762178,"sku":"06-02-26-N-40-S-TM","price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/1405\/9185\/files\/il_fullxfull.7731446217_prjz.jpg?v=1770410750"},{"product_id":"antique-black-forest-cigar-cabinet-carved-bird-lid-23-x-20-x-23-cm","title":"Antique Black Forest Cigar Cabinet - Carved Bird Lid - 23 X 20 X 23 Cm","description":"A wonderful antique Black Forest cigar cabinet \/ smoker’s box, beautifully carved with a pair of birds perched on a rocky outcrop to the lid and foliate floral panels to the body, all sitting on shaped feet. The front panel drops open to reveal the original tiered internal trays, made to keep cigars neatly separated and aired, and it’s exactly the kind of character piece that works right now in Lodgecore \/ Alpine Chalet \/ Heritage Cabin interiors—equal parts functional object and sculptural décor for a study, bar area, or bookshelf.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn good antique condition with honest age wear throughout (surface marks, small knocks and softened edges consistent with years of use). No Key.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSize: 23 x 20 x 23 cm (approx 9 1\/16\" x 7 7\/8\" x 9 1\/16\").","brand":"CIRCUS OF CURIOS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56325739872642,"sku":"07-02-26-Y-100-S-TM","price":455.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/1405\/9185\/files\/il_fullxfull.7734238481_sus3.jpg?v=1770490080"},{"product_id":"antique-working-aneroid-barometer-carved-lion-head-black-forest-style-wall-barometer-32-x-58-cm","title":"Antique Working Aneroid Barometer - Carved Lion Head Black Forest Style Wall Barometer - 32 X 58 Cm","description":"A striking antique aneroid barometer in a richly carved dark wooden case, centred with a silvered dial and finished with a wonderfully dramatic lion head to the lower section. The scrolling surround, foliate detail and deep tone of the case give it a strong Black Forest style look, making it a great statement piece for a hallway, study, library or layered interior.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe dial is marked with the classic weather terms from Stormy through to Very Dry, and the exposed centre gives it that proper scientific-instrument feel as well as plenty of decorative appeal. This example is in working order. Condition is good antique overall with age-related wear throughout, including rubbing and surface wear to the carved case, light spotting and ageing to the dial, and general signs of time that suit the piece well and add to its character.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMeasures 32 x 58 cm \/ 12.6 x 22.8 inches.","brand":"CIRCUS OF CURIOS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56453744296322,"sku":"09-03-26-N-40-S-TL","price":233.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/1405\/9185\/files\/il_fullxfull.7785519914_tagb.jpg?v=1773049513"},{"product_id":"antique-black-forest-carved-wall-plaque-rotating-green-man-carving-gothic-folk-art-oak-panel-53-x-39-cm","title":"Antique Black Forest Carved Wall Plaque - Rotating Green Man Carving - Gothic Folk Art Oak Panel - 53 x 39 cm","description":"A striking tall oval wall panel in a black lacquer-style finish with delicate gilt work and shimmering mother-of-pearl style inlay, depicting a pagoda landscape with figures, blossom and garden details, all framed by an ornate geometric border. 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