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Original matched pair of hand-carved covered wooden bowls retaining original paper labels reading “Latvian Woodwork in Exil” by ARS, Salon of Latvian Arts, Ravensburg, Kirchstr. 25, Germany. Original carved artisan monogram present on the larger bowl. Associated with documented Latvian exile artistic activity in Ravensburg during the immediate post–World War II period. Baltic folk art, Latvian diaspora, postwar European material culture, refugee craftsmanship, hand-carved wood, original labels, Ravensburg Germany, cultural heritage collectible.
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Original ARS “Latvian Woodwork in Exil” carved wooden covered bowl pair retaining their original Ravensburg, Germany labels from Kirchstr. 25. A historically significant example of postwar Latvian exile craftsmanship appealing to collectors of Baltic folk art, European cultural history, refugee material culture, and handmade wooden decorative arts.
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Finding a matching pair with both original ARS labels still attached is exceptionally uncommon. Combined with the carved artisan monogram and documented postwar Latvian exile context, this set offers an outstanding opportunity for collectors of Baltic heritage, folk art, and historical material culture.
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Condition / Description
Good pre owned condition.
Original matching pair of hand-carved wooden covered bowls.
Both retain their original period paper labels reading:
LATVIAN WOODWORK IN EXIL
ARS
Salon of Latvian Arts
Ravensburg
Kirchstr. 25
Germany
The larger bowl bears a deeply carved artisan monogram on the underside. The smaller bowl does not display an obvious carved monogram.
The smaller one has a chip / sliver missing from the cover as shown in photos
Expected age-related wear is present, including light handling marks, finish wear, surface scratches, and natural aging consistent with vintage hand-carved wooden objects. One lid displays a stable age-related line visible in the photographs.
Historical research confirms that Ravensburg became an important center for Latvian exile artists and craftsmen following World War II. Contemporary records document Latvian artistic exhibitions, organized craft activity, and cultural organizations operating in Ravensburg during the immediate postwar years. The original labels directly identify these bowls as “Latvian Woodwork in Exil” marketed through ARS, Salon of Latvian Arts, at Kirchstr. 25 in Ravensburg, Germany.
Research into the specific ARS organization and the individual artisan represented by the carved monogram remains ongoing. No representation is made beyond what is supported by the original labels and documented historical sources.
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Two carved covered wooden bowls with lids.
All items are sourced from storage units, yard / garage sales, in-person sales, thrift stores, return / discontinued pallets and new from stores. Item history is unknown but we do the best job possible to describe items. If you notice a listing error, feel free to contact me directly and I’m happy to correct any error for full transparency and buyer satisfaction.
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Maker / Background
The original labels identify the organization as ARS – Salon of Latvian Arts, located at Kirchstr. 25, Ravensburg, Germany, and describe the objects as “Latvian Woodwork in Exil.”
Historical documentation confirms that Ravensburg was home to an active Latvian exile community after World War II. Latvian artists organized exhibitions beginning in 1945, followed by artists’ and craftsmen’s associations dedicated to preserving Latvian cultural traditions in exile.
While the exact organizational structure of ARS continues to be researched, the surviving labels provide direct historical context linking these bowls to that documented postwar Latvian artistic environment.
Comparable categories of Latvian exile craftsmanship are preserved in museum collections and cultural institutions dedicated to Latvian diaspora history, Baltic heritage, and postwar refugee material culture.
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Item Specifics
Brand: ARS
Organization: Salon of Latvian Arts
Artist: Unknown
Type: Covered Bowl
Set Includes: 2 Covered Bowls, 2 Lids
Material: Hand Carved Wood
Color: Natural Wood
Finish: Hand Finished
Handmade: Yes
Vintage: Yes
Original/Reproduction: Original
Culture: Latvian
Region: Baltic
Country/Region of Manufacture: Germany
City: Ravensburg
Street Address: Kirchstr. 25
Theme: Baltic Folk Art, Latvian Heritage, Refugee Craftsmanship, Cultural Heritage, Decorative Arts
Style: Baltic Folk Art
Features: Original Labels, Hand Carved, Covered, Artisan Monogram, Matching Pair
Era: Post–World War II
Time Period Manufactured: Approximately 1947–1951
Room: Study, Library, Office, Living Room, Display Cabinet
Subject: Latvian Exile Woodwork
Collector Interest: Baltic Art, Folk Art, WWII History, Refugee Material Culture
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Whether you’re a collector of Baltic folk art, Latvian heritage, postwar European history, or historically documented handmade objects, this original labeled pair offers an uncommon opportunity to acquire artifacts connected to a remarkable period of cultural preservation in exile.
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Pair of hand-carved wooden covered bowls retaining original paper labels reading “Latvian Woodwork in Exil” by ARS, Salon of Latvian Arts, Ravensburg, Germany, Kirchstr. 25, with carved decoration and artisan monogram on the larger bowl.
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