Alpine Scene' Cuckoo Clock in Hand-Carved and Hand-Painted Wood

€203,90

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Fine wood

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Detailed marzipan effect

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External Cuckoo Movement

Bring the authentic mountain atmosphere directly into your home with this Cuckoo Clock, a perfect synthesis of mechanical precision and sculptural art from Val Gardena. The structure, designed to emulate a traditional Alpine chalet, is rich in enchanting details: from the individual roof tiles to the windows decorated with heart-shaped shutters, every element is an expression of skilled carving.

Measuring 19 cm, this splendid clock is finely crafted from Maple Wood, a material chosen for its stability and ability to enhance the rich brown tones and hand-applied colors. Observe the base of the scene: a woman in traditional attire holds a lamb in her arms, while on the opposite side, a shepherd watches over his land with his faithful dog by his side. The dark wooden dial with white Roman numerals is surmounted by the unmistakable little bird, ready to announce the hour with its characteristic song. The pinecone weights and polished golden metal pendulum complete this bucolic setting, adding a touch of timeless elegance.

This cuckoo clock transcends simple timekeeping, serving as an emblem of pastoral life and domestic harmony. The carved figurines represent archetypes of care and devotion: the female figure welcoming the lamb symbolizes tenderness and the protection of life, while the shepherd with his dog embodies vigilance, labor, and the deep connection with the alpine environment. The entire composition, set in a chalet context, celebrates the warmth of the hearth and the resilience of mountain traditions.

The cuckoo clock, known as a 'cuckoo pendulum', has a history rooted in Germany's Black Forest in the 17th century, where it became popular due to its ingenious mechanical simplicity and the charm of its audible announcement. Although originating from other regions, it found a new artistic expression in Val Gardena. Dolfi artisans adopted this popular decorative object and applied the renowned Gardena sculptural tradition to it, elevating it from a simple functional object to a true work of carved wooden art, keeping alive the echo of the mountains and ancient craftsmanship techniques.

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