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Camel Driver for Artisan Wooden Nativity Scene from Val Gardena

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The listed size refers to standing figures. Animals and other characters are scaled accordingly, so they may appear smaller or larger.

Description

Dolfi Camel Driver Sculpture in Carved Wood Add an exotic touch to your nativity scene with the Dolfi Camel Driver, hand-carved in the Val Gardena tradition. The desert traveler is portrayed with an ochre yellow cloak, cream tunic, and reddish-brown headdress; his contemplative expression and raised arm guide the gaze towards the central scene. Perfect to pair with the camel, represented with its arm raised to indicate the way.

The Dolfi master artisans have meticulously crafted every detail: from the flowing folds of the garments to the texture of the thick reddish-brown beard. The colored finish (C), opaque and rich in shading, enhances the three-dimensionality of the sculpture, highlighting the precision of the manual work that transforms wood into art.

Crafted according to our artisanal logic and available in three finishes: sizes up to 28 cm are carved in precious Maple Wood, ideal for fine details, while the 56 cm variant is sculpted in robust Linden Wood, ensuring longevity and impeccable definition in every large format. This Camel Driver is an essential piece to enrich your nativity collection.

Detail & Meaning
In the Nativity scene tradition, the figure of the Camel Driver symbolizes the long and arduous journey undertaken by those seeking the Divine Child, often foreshadowing the caravan of the Three Wise Men. He represents hospitality, service, and the logistics of the pilgrimage, being the custodian of animals and essential provisions in the desert. His pose, with an arm raised and an expression of concentration, can be interpreted as a gesture of reverence or as an indication of the path to follow, a call to the spiritual journey that leads to the light of Bethlehem.
Story
The figure of the Camel Driver finds its roots in historical nativity scenes, particularly in Neapolitan and Tyrolean ones, where exoticism was a fundamental element to contextualize the Nativity in the East. Originally introduced to populate the scenes and justify the presence of the caravan's camels, over time it has become an essential symbol of the distant world prostrating itself before the Holy Family. Its inclusion in the Val Gardena nativity scenes is a testament to the artisanal attention to every aspect of the evangelical narrative, connecting the Alpine tradition with tales of the desert.
Shipping & Returns

Free shipping in Europe over €79

Delivery times:

  • Italy: 2-4 days
  • Europe: 3-7 days
  • Rest of the world: 7-15 days

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You can return the product within 14 days of receipt if you do not like it with 100% refund

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  • The piece must be in the same condition as when you received it
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Every piece is unique 100% Made in Italy 4.8/5 Reviews from happy customers
Every piece is unique 100% Made in Italy 4.8/5 Reviews from happy customers
Every piece is unique 100% Made in Italy 4.8/5 Reviews from happy customers
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