Large Antique German Hand-Painted Blacksmith Forge Bellows, 1901

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About This Piece

Vintage Design

This type of bellows was popular in Europe, especially in German-speaking countries, and often had an ornate form, such as the one with the date 1901 and the motto: "Schaff und erwirb, zahl Steuern und stirb", which means: "Work and earn, pay taxes and die". Similar bellows from the end of the 19th and beginning of the 20th century were used in large furnaces or forges. They were rarely richly decorated (painted with floral motifs, with folk maxims) and were also a decorative element, not just a functional one. The maxim "Work and earn, pay taxes and die" is a famous saying that was and used as an ironic commentary on a life subordinated to economic and fiscal obligations - known since the 19th century, and gained popularity especially during the tax reforms in Germany and Austria, also as a criticism of the tax system.

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Design Period	1890 to 1919
Year	1901
Production Period	1890 to 1919
Country of Manufacture	Germany
Style	Folk Art, Antique, Hand-Crafted
Detailed Condition	Very Good — This vintage/antique item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use.
Restoration and Damage Details	Patina consistent with age and use
Product Code	ZCY-2192341
Materials	Leather, Wood
Color	Multicolored
Width	60 cm 23.6 inch
Depth	30 cm 11.8 inch
Height	94 cm 37.0 inch
Seat Height	17.7 inch
Weight Range	Standard — Between 40kg and 80kg
Duties Notice	Import duty is not included in the prices you see online. You may have to pay import duties upon receipt of your order.

Shipping & Delivery

Ships from	Poland
Duties Notice	Import duty is not included in the prices you see online. You may have to pay import duties upon receipt of your order.
Returns	Returns accepted within fourteen days of delivery, except for Made-to-order items

Delivery Details

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A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection.
Item will be left in its packaging after delivery.
A signature will be required upon delivery.

*Important Note

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