Antique Black Forest Hand Carved Wood Book Rack, Holder, Stand, Country Cabin Farmhouse Decor victorian antiques The lid is almost hidden

The lid is almost hidden among the intricate details

Resting on sterling rocaille base

1838 and died in 1913

Comprising of a wax seal and paper knife or letter opener with cut glass blade

Antique Black Forest Hand Carved Wood Book Rack, Holder, Stand, Country Cabin Farmhouse Decor victorian antiques The lid is almost hiddenFabulous antique Swiss Black Forest hand carved wood book rack, circa 1880 1910. The folding uprights are hinged and both decorated with a finely carved figure of a chamois or goat, the figure posed on a rocky base against a tree or foliage background. Exquisite artistry to this piece, a testament to the skilled hand of the carver. Beautiful detail and openwork, supplementary texture to the wood surface to mimic the look of knotty bark on the tree. A