Vintage Austrian 5.5\" Dentist Wood Carving Jaschke Pretzl Style Dentist Gift For Sale

Charming vintage Austrian hand-carved wood figurine depicting a humorous dentist holding blood-tipped pliers. This expressive carving stands 5.5 inches tall and features the classic Tyrolean folk-art style often associated with the Jaschke Pretzl carving tradition.

The base is stamped “Made in Austria,” confirming its origin, and is engraved with the phrase:

“Dentist — ‘Now was that bad?’”

— a perfect example of the playful, exaggerated humor found in mid-century Alpine carvings.

Features

Origin: Made in Austria (stamped)

Height: 5.5 inches

Material: Hand-carved & hand-painted wood

Style: Tyrolean / Alpine folk art, Jaschke Pretzl style

Subject: Dentist with pliers and humorous bloody details

Inscription on base: “Dentist — ‘Now was that bad?’”

Era: Likely 1950s–1970s

Excellent piece for dentist office décor, folk-art collectors, or anyone who loves quirky vintage carvings

Condition

Good vintage condition with expected age-related wear to paint and wood, consistent with hand-carved Austrian figures of this era. No structural damage. Natural patina enhances its character. See photos for details.