A masterpiece of essentiality and spirituality, born from the skillful hands of the artisans of Val Gardena. This wooden nativity scene captures the sacredness of the Nativity by placing it in a mountain refuge, recalling the alpine roots of our tradition and the humility of the grotto.
The work stands out for its multi-layered and organic design, where the raw and rough bark forms the external structure, evoking stylized mountain ranges and fir trees. This natural and untreated texture creates a powerful tactile and visual contrast with the smoothness of the internal wood, emphasizing the rustic and authentic appearance of the entire composition.
Inside the niche, the figures of Mary, Joseph, and the animals are sculpted with surprising stylistic purity. The forms are rounded and minimalist, devoid of facial details, inviting the observer to focus on the attitude of profound adoration and contemplation. The figures, made of light wood, stand out against the dark structure of the grotto, accentuating the intimacy of the scene.
According to our centuries-old artisan tradition, this 18 cm sculpture is entirely carved from precious maple wood, renowned for its fine grain and excellent carving ability. The finish is strictly left natural and opaque, enhancing the intrinsic beauty of the material without the use of paints or dyes, for an aesthetic of absolute purity.
