Enhance the charm in your home with this Antique Black Forest Matchbox Holder! Hand carved wood in the shape of a standing bear wearing a backpack, holding what likely was a fishing pole or walking stick, standing over a "pool" for ashes or used matches. As a miniature sculpture, "Basel" is an adorable addition to any room!
Collector’s Notes:
Antique Black Forest Matchbox Holder Ashtray Wooden Carved Bear Figurine; Marked "Basel" on the front.
Condition: Fair; as-found
Expected wear for age; missing one foot and the other has split from the leg where the posts were drilled up to secure figure to base; original walking stick or fishing pole was lost to time. There may have been a metal or glass ring inside the "bowl". Inspect images and video.
