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Lucky Pig in Natural Wood with Bark | Dolfi Artisan Sculpture

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Lucky Pig in Natural Wood with Bark | Dolfi Artisan Sculpture

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€19,90
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Fine birch wood
Handmade craftsmanship
Symbol of prosperity
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Description

Let yourselves be captivated by the rustic and irresistible charm of our Lucky Piglet. This miniature sculpture, 4 cm high, celebrates the essence of Val Gardena craftsmanship, combining the simplicity of forms with the richness of natural materials.

The central body is crafted from a cross-section of a log, a detail that makes each piece truly unique. The side part retains its original bark, with its rough texture and deep dark brown color. The front surface (the snout) reveals the fascinating annual rings of the wood, emphasizing its organic and artisanal origin. The elements are skillfully assembled: the ears, pointed and erect, are made of a soft material, similar to felt or suede, in a warm reddish-brown. The four cylindrical dark wooden legs provide stability to this static and friendly figure.

Its expression is created by minimal incised strokes – two dots for the eyes and the mouth – which give it a serene and slightly curious air, making it a discreet companion and a powerful amulet of joy and abundance.

Detail & Meaning
Il maialino, iconograficamente, è un simbolo universale di buon auspicio e prosperità. La sua associazione con l'abbondanza deriva dalla sua capacità di accumulare riserve, rendendolo metafora di ricchezza, risparmio e fortuna. L'approccio stilistico di Dolfi si concentra sulla semplicità infantile e su un design che celebra il legno nella sua forma più naturale. L'espressione, creata con tratti minimi e puliti, evoca sentimenti di serenità e innocenza, rafforzando il concetto che la fortuna si trova spesso nella semplicità e nel legame con la natura.
Story
La tradizione di regalare o possedere un maialino come portafortuna ha radici antiche, particolarmente diffuse nelle culture germaniche (dove veniva chiamato "Glücksschwein", maiale della fortuna). Storicamente, la figura del maiale era associata alla ricchezza e alla sicurezza, poiché rappresentava un bene di valore che garantiva la sopravvivenza, specialmente durante i mesi invernali. Questa usanza è sopravvissuta fino ai giorni nostri, in particolare durante il periodo di Capodanno, come augurio di un anno pieno di abbondanza e prosperità finanziaria. La scultura Dolfi si inserisce in questa consolidata tradizione, reinterpretandola attraverso la maestria scultorea della Val Gardena, rinomata in tutto il mondo per la sua arte lignea sin dal XVII secolo.
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
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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.

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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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