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Handmade Maple Wood Pecking Hen for Nativity Scene

SKU: 1680855A00600C

Handmade Maple Wood Pecking Hen for Nativity Scene

€19,90
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An authentic Dolfi creation from Val Gardena
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Description

Immerse yourself in the farm atmosphere with this exquisite Dolfi sculpture that captures a moment of daily life with astonishing naturalness. The Hen is depicted in a dynamic and authentic pose, pecking from a bowl, with its body tilted forward and its tail elegantly raised. This handcrafted miniature infuses life and realism into your nativity scene setting.

Every detail is meticulously cared for, from the texture of the individual sculpted feathers, which give a unique three-dimensionality, to the vibrancy of the red comb and wattles. In the Colored (C) variant, as depicted, the figure is hand-painted with earthy tones, accents of dark green and vivid red, finished with a matte or semi-matte varnish.

Made by master craftsmen from Val Gardena, for all available sizes (from 6 cm to 15 cm), the sculpture is entirely carved from Maple Wood, renowned for its fine grain and resistance, perfect for capturing the minutiae of the smallest details. In addition to the Colored finish, you can choose the Natural (N) variant which enhances the beauty of raw wood or the Three Shades of Brown (3G) finish for a rustic and traditional effect.

Detail & Meaning
The hen, like all farm animals in the Nativity scene, symbolizes the simplicity and humility of the rural life that surrounded the Holy Family. Artistically, her pose as she pecks from a bowl represents a moment of quietness and nourishment, instilling a sense of reassuring daily life and attention to sustenance. In popular cultures, the hen is also a symbol of motherhood, fertility, and industriousness, qualities that enrich the message of hope and renewal conveyed by the Nativity.
Story
The inclusion of pets and farm animals like chickens in Nativity scenes dates back to the earliest crib representations, where they served to contextualize the event within the humble stable environment, making the scene more accessible and realistic. These subjects became particularly popular in alpine and Southern Italian craftsmanship. In Val Gardena, the carving of nativity animals is a centuries-old tradition, rooted in the 18th century, when sculptors began to create not only sacred, but also popular and environmental figures to complete the Nativity landscape and celebrate the art of rural life.
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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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✧ 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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Every piece is sculpted by skilled artisans who transform wood into unique shapes, with precision and passion.

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