VTG 1970s Gunter Kerzen Old Heidelberg Wax Relief German 3D Art Framed Sealed For Sale

This authentic vintage German wax relief wall plaque (Wachsbild) features a detailed 3D multi-layered panoramic depiction of historic Old Heidelberg. Hand-painted with deep earthy tones, the scene highlights the iconic Heidelberg Castle, the Old Bridge gate, the local cathedral architecture, and the famous Great Tun wine barrel alongside the official city coat of arms lion crest.
Produced in the 1970s by the renowned Günter Kerzen GmbH workshop in West Germany, this rare collectible remains fully preserved in its original cardboard presentation box with yellow bubble padding and protective clear film wrap.

• Overall Preservation: Excellent vintage condition, original packing.
• Display Quality: The wax structure is perfectly preserved with rich coloration, clean contours, and zero melting or warping.
• Packaging State: Housed inside its original manufacturer cardboard bottom box and yellow bubble liner. The clear acetate lid is present and secure with clean original stickers intact, though showing typical aging and tape stabilization from decades of storage.
• Frame and Mount: The dark stained wooden outer border is physically sound and includes the original braided gold hanging rope cord attached securely to the top.

KEY FEATURES

• Authentic German Folk Art: Traditional 3D molded and hand-painted wax relief construction mimicking fine Black Forest woodcarvings.
• Detailed Heidelberg Panorama: Features highly detailed architectural markers including the castle ruins, neckar bridge towers, and the legendary Great Tun wine barrel.
• Original Presentation Box: Comes safely enclosed in the vintage retail display box with authentic factory labeling.
• Vintage West German Registry: Features the historical 4-digit zip code (D-6968) sticker from the Walldürn/Baden workshop, dating its production between the 1970s.
• Integrated Hanging Cord: Ready-to-hang piece with a decorative gold-toned braided mounting rope.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Brand: Günter Kerzen GmbH Wachswarenfabrik
• Art Style: 3D Wax Relief Picture Plaque (Wachsbild)
• Subject / Motif: Old Heidelberg, Germany Panorama
• Year of Production: Circa 1970s
• Framing: Dark-stained wooden rim framework
• Primary Materials: Hardened modeling wax and wood
• Origin: Made in West Germany (Walldürn / Baden)

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