Didn't know that! Small creatures that live underground. Association with miners makes sense. Called kobald in German which is also the German...
Frames appear to be 1980s. Debora
They may also be identified as to subject and/or location on their backs. Debora
Would/could you post photographs of the backs please? And where (from what type of establishment) did you buy them and what were you told about...
As a whole. Together the photographs create a narrative. And, before you start, you may want find any descendants who would be interested in...
I think your table is fun. Debora
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They're handsome nevertheless. Debora
Not enough movement. Debora
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I came across it looking for similars such as this one. (Usual caveat re 1st Dibs.)...
Purdy. I wouldn't call the design Art Nouveau. Debora
It's something, isn't it? Love to see it lit. Debora
It may not have been a popular piece which could explain difficulty in finding an identical. Debora
Good point re Versace. I would think that was the inspiration. (His was Medusa.) Debora [ATTACH]
I had never heard the term "portico clock" before. Will add it to my vocabulary. Debora
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Thank you so much for joining us. You'll find lots of helpful and knowledgable people here. Debora
Howdy, Sven! Thank you so much for joining us here. Debora
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