Handmade Heart Bookmark in Mosaic Wood Val Gardena

€8,90

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Fine wood, durable

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Heart carved design

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Symbol of love and faith

An object that encapsulates the love of reading and the ancient craftsmanship of Val Gardena. This Heart Bookmark is a jewel of craftsmanship that combines functionality and deep emotion, transforming every reading break into a moment of authentic Alpine beauty.

The slender and elegant body is made of light wood with a vertical striped texture that emphasizes its lightness and smooth finish. The true visual focal point lies in the inlaid mosaic that crowns the structure. The heart, a universal symbol of affection and devotion, is composed of four distinct sections, each made with a different precious wood essence. This skilled assembly creates a fascinating patchwork of natural colors – from dark reddish-brown to warm orange, to golden yellow – celebrating the richness and variety of wood grains. A small masterpiece, entirely handcrafted, 12 cm long, which combines the warmth of Alpine wood with a passion for art.

The heart is the universal symbol of love, charity, and the center of emotional and spiritual life. In the context of devotion, it is often associated with the Sacred Heart of Jesus, an emblem of His infinite mercy, or with the Immaculate Heart of Mary, a symbol of purity and total adherence to the divine will. This bookmark, with its wood mosaic, represents not only unity in diversity but also the warmth and depth of human feelings. It is a silent reminder that knowledge and reading are acts performed with passion and devotion, making it a meaningful gift also as a "religious bookmark.

<p>Val Gardena boasts a centuries-old tradition in wood carving, which developed from the 17th century. Originally, Alpine craftsmen specialized in creating sacred statues, but the skill of the Val Gardena people has also extended over time to the production of high-quality everyday objects and ornaments, such as this bookmark. These small artefacts, often made with inlay and assembly techniques of different types of wood, were sold throughout Europe by travelling merchants from the valley, keeping the sculptural tradition alive and passing on an art that Dolfi continues to celebrate today in every single detail.</p>

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

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