19th Century Black Forest Carousel Bear Figure with Cherub Bust
A rare and magnificent large carved and polychrome 19th century black forest carousel bear figure having original patina worn polychrome saddle and highlights, carved winged cherub bust behind saddle, allover finest detail. Height 28.35 in., length 1.32m, depth 13.78 in.
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- Patination / Patina - In broad terms, patination refers to the exterior surface appearance of the timber, the effect of fading caused by exposure to sunlight and air over the course of a century or more, changing the piece to a soft, mellow colour.
As patina is very difficult to replicate, it is one of the most important guides to determining the age of furniture.
Patina is also the term applied to the bloom or film found on old bronzes due to oxidisation. - Polychrome - Made or finished in many colours. For furniture, it is used to indicated a painted finish.
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