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Handmade Maple Wood Pecking Hen for Nativity Scene

SKU: 1680855A00600C

Handmade Maple Wood Pecking Hen for Nativity Scene

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Fine maple wood
Oil Coloured
Dolfi artisanal mastery
Color variations
measure

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

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
La gallina, come tutti gli animali da cortile presenti nel presepe, simboleggia la semplicità e l'umiltà della vita rurale che circondava la Sacra Famiglia. Artisticamente, la sua posa mentre becca da una ciotola rappresenta un momento di quiete e nutrimento, infondendo un senso di quotidianità rassicurante e attenzione al sostentamento. Nelle culture popolari, la gallina è anche un simbolo di maternità, fertilità e operosità, qualità che arricchiscono il messaggio di speranza e rinnovamento veicolato dalla Natività.
Story
L'inserimento di animali domestici e da fattoria come la gallina nelle scene della Natività risale alle prime rappresentazioni presepiali, dove avevano lo scopo di contestualizzare l'evento nel povero ambiente della stalla, rendendo la scena più accessibile e realistica. Questi soggetti divennero particolarmente popolari nell'artigianato alpino e del Sud Italia. In Val Gardena, l'intaglio di animali da presepe è una tradizione secolare, che affonda le radici nel XVIII secolo, quando gli scultori iniziarono a creare figure non solo sacre, ma anche popolari e ambientali per completare il paesaggio della Natività e celebrare l'arte della vita rurale.
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

Professional packaging to protect your handcrafted piece during transport.

Tracking included - you will receive the number to track your shipment.

Costs calculated automatically at checkout based on weight and destination.

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

What you need:

  • The piece must be in the same condition as when you received it
  • Original packaging
  • Contact us first via email: info@dolfi.com
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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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Wood selection

Everything starts with the choice of fine and sustainable woods, carefully selected for resistance, grain and quality.

Hand carved

Every piece is sculpted by skilled artisans who transform wood into unique shapes, with precision and passion.

Finishing and shipping

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