RARE BLACK FOREST CARVED BEAR CARD HOLDER/PLANTER.

RARE BLACK FOREST CARVED BEAR CARD HOLDER/PLANTER. Late 19th century, Switzerland. The standing bear carved on a rocky outcrop balancing a leafy plant holder surround looking upwards with open mouth and brown glass eyes. The left paw extended holding a shell form tray for calling cards. SIZE: 48″ h. PROVENANCE: From the “Harp House” of Camden, Maine. CONDITION: Very good overall with old surfaces and good patina. Shall chip to edge of shell. 9-26819 (2,000-3,000)

Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - August 2012

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	2435	$3,162.50	RARE BLACK FOREST CARVED BEAR CARD HOLDER/PLANTER. Late 19th century, Switzerland. The standing bear carved on a rocky outcrop balancing a leafy plant holder surround looking upwards with open mouth and brown glass eyes. The left paw extended holding a shell form tray for calling cards. SIZE: 48″ h. PROVENANCE: From the “Harp House” of Camden, Maine. CONDITION: Very good overall with old surfaces and good patina. Shall chip to edge of shell. 9-26819 (2,000-3,000) Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - August 2012 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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