Wooden Carved Ibex and Chamois Sculptures attr. to Rudolf Heissl jr. ca. 1960s

A pair of finely carved wooden sculptures of a chamois and an ibex. Carved in naturalistic style by the Austrian woodcarver Rudolf Heissl jr, ca. 1960s. Excellent condition. The horns are removable. Height ibex: 20.5' inches (52 cm), height chamois: 16.9' inches (43 cm).

Measures:
Width: 9.06" (23 cm)
Height: 20.47" (52 cm)
Depth: 4.33" (11 cm)

The tradition of wood carving, using manual skills to make everyday objects and fine art sculptures, is found throughout Europe. The incentive to create not only useful but also aesthetically beautiful things, distinguishes the craftsman from the artist. In addition to the well-known Swiss wood carving artists, others can also be named in Italy / Tyrol with Steiner, in Germany with Madel and in Austria with Heissl. Their wood-carving art works with sculptures, wall plaques and reliefs enhance any interior design.

artfour is an owner-managed trading company dealing in Black Forest woodcarvings, antler furniture and an impressive variety of unique decorative items. Our antiques are displayed in a 100 years old barn in southern Germany which we have remodeled ourselves. Antique pieces have been our passion since the 1980s. We ship worldwide, perfectly packed and with money back guarantee. This qualifies us as your preferred partner for Black Forest and antique art.

Literature Reference:
Gerald Steinkogler, Hunting Woodcarvings from Ebensee, The Heissl Carvers and Contemporaries, Ebensee 2012


Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: All of our items are in very good condition. They have been utilised and therefore may show age-related traces of usage. If not mentioned in the item description they don't have defects. Feel free to contact us for a detailled condition report.

Dimensions:
Height: 20.47 in.
Width: 9.06 in.
Depth: 4.33 in.

Category: Sculpture
Origin: Switzerland
Materials: Wood

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Location: This item ships from Berghülen, BW

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Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; All of our items are in very good condition. They have been utilised and therefore may show age-related traces of usage. If not mentioned in the item description they don't have defects. Feel free to contact us for a detailled condition report.