Vintage Buchschmid Gretaux BG German Wood Inlay Art Pair Bavaria Folk Framed Set For Sale

A really special vintage find here—an authentic matched pair of German wood inlay artworks from the well-known Buchschmid & Gretaux (BG) workshops, produced through ABC Studio (Otto Chlup Jr.) in Heidelberg, Germany.

These pieces come from the mid-century European tradition of marquetry, a craft that goes back centuries but saw a big decorative revival in the 1950s–1970s.

These are not prints and not painted.

Each scene is created by:

• Carefully cutting thin pieces of real wood veneer
• Selecting different woods for their natural colors and grain
• Hand-assembling those pieces like a puzzle to form the image
• Then finishing and mounting the artwork for display

That slightly textured surface you see
👉 is the actual woodwork—not a reproduction.

It’s a level of craftsmanship you just don’t see in modern wall décor.

This pair captures classic Bavarian folk life:

• One piece shows a lively traditional dance scene
• The other a relaxed musical gathering

Together, they create a balanced, story-like display—clearly designed to be kept as a pair.

• Marked “BG” (Buchschmid & Gretaux)
• Original labels: Otto Chlup Jr., ABC Studio – Heidelberg, Germany
• Known for producing high-quality hand-inlaid decorative art for export during the mid-20th century

These were popular in their time, but finding a matching set in this condition today is getting less common.

• Set of 2 framed artworks
• Approx size (each): 13" x 10"
• Origin: Germany
• Technique: Hand-laid wood inlay (marquetry)
• Signed: BG
• Framed and ready to hang
• No glass (original design)

Very good vintage condition.

• Artwork is clean with rich natural wood tones
• Frames show light, typical age wear (minor edge/corner marks)
• Original labels remain intact on the back

Displays beautifully as a cohesive set.