{"product_id":"pair-of-black-forest-ibex-lamps","title":"Pair of Black Forest Ibex and Chamois Lamps","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"191\" data-end=\"307\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"191\" data-end=\"217\"\u003eBlack Forest (Germany)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"217\" data-end=\"220\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"220\" data-end=\"276\"\u003ePair of Alpine Animal Table Lamps (Ibex and Chamois)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"276\" data-end=\"279\"\u003eLate 19th–early 20th century\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"309\" data-end=\"377\"\u003eCarved wood, electrified\u003cbr data-start=\"333\" data-end=\"336\"\u003e23 × 11 × 7 in. (height of figures, each)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"379\" data-end=\"761\"\u003eThis finely carved pair of table lamps depicts two iconic Alpine species: an \u003cstrong data-start=\"456\" data-end=\"464\"\u003eibex\u003c\/strong\u003e, recognizable by its massive, backward-curving horns, and a \u003cstrong data-start=\"525\" data-end=\"536\"\u003echamois\u003c\/strong\u003e, distinguished by its slimmer build and shorter, hooked horns. Both animals are shown standing alert atop rugged rocky outcrops, rendered with a high degree of naturalism characteristic of the Black Forest carving tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"763\" data-end=\"1211\"\u003eIbex and chamois were powerful symbols within Alpine culture, associated with agility, vigilance, and mastery of extreme terrain. Their frequent appearance in Black Forest sculpture reflects the late 19th-century fascination with mountain life, hunting culture, and the romantic idealization of the wilderness. The pairing of the two species—closely related yet distinct—creates a complementary visual and symbolic dialogue rooted in the high Alps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1213\" data-end=\"1543\"\u003eOriginally conceived as sculptural works, such carvings were often adapted for use as lamps in the early 20th century as electricity entered domestic interiors. This transformation reflects the period’s blending of folk art traditions with functional decorative arts, resulting in objects that are both expressive and utilitarian.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1545\" data-end=\"1748\"\u003eTogether, the lamps exemplify the technical skill, observational accuracy, and enduring appeal of Black Forest craftsmanship, celebrating the Alpine landscape and its wildlife through richly carved form.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anthonys Fine Art \u0026 Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45764542071020,"sku":"","price":3200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2013\/1449\/files\/Screenshot2026-02-07at3.19.16PM.png?v=1770503057","url":"https:\/\/anthonysfineart.com\/products\/pair-of-black-forest-ibex-lamps","provider":"Anthonys Fine Art \u0026 Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}