{"product_id":"black-forest-bear-form-glass-holder","title":"Black Forest Bear-Form Glass Holder","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"98\" data-end=\"220\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"98\" data-end=\"124\"\u003eBear-Form Glass Holder\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"124\" data-end=\"127\"\u003eBlack Forest, Germany\u003cbr data-start=\"148\" data-end=\"151\"\u003eLate 19th–early 20th century\u003cbr data-start=\"179\" data-end=\"182\"\u003eCarved wood and engraved glass\u003cbr data-start=\"212\" data-end=\"215\"\u003e9 in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"222\" data-end=\"593\"\u003eCarved as a seated bear grasping a tall, trumpet-shaped glass vessel engraved with starburst and foliate motifs, this whimsical object exemplifies the Black Forest tradition of animated animal carving. Bears—long emblematic of strength, humor, and the Alpine wilderness—were among the most popular subjects produced by Black Forest workshops during the late 19th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"595\" data-end=\"973\"\u003eSuch figural works often served decorative or utilitarian purposes, functioning as holders for flowers, pipes, spills, or other small objects. The expressive modeling, lively posture, and combination of carved wood with engraved glass reflect the craftsmanship and playful character that made Black Forest carvings widely sought after by collectors throughout Europe and abroad.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anthonys Fine Art \u0026 Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47287782375660,"sku":null,"price":650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2013\/1449\/files\/Screenshot2026-02-07at4.15.43PM.png?v=1770506148","url":"https:\/\/anthonysfineart.com\/products\/black-forest-bear-form-glass-holder","provider":"Anthonys Fine Art \u0026 Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}