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Sculpted Stylized Owl, Handcrafted in Maple Wood, Val Gardena

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Sculpted Stylized Owl, Handcrafted in Maple Wood, Val Gardena

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Fine carved wood
Sculpted with mastery
Hand carved in Val Gardena
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Be enchanted by our Handcrafted Owl, a small masterpiece that captures the essence of nature and blends it with the stylized art of Val Gardena. This sculpture is an ode to simplicity, depicted in an essential and compact body form, standing in a frontal and static pose.

Its beauty lies in the purity of its lines and the artisanal craftsmanship of the details, such as the large, round eyes that convey a fixed and slightly astonished expression. On top, the two precisely carved ear tufts complete the iconic silhouette of this mysterious bird.

Made entirely with the mastery that distinguishes our carvers, this owl is shaped from precious Maple wood, as is traditional for Dolfi sculptures under 56 cm. The finish is left natural, matte and transparent, allowing you to appreciate the warm medium-dark brown of the wood and its distinctive vertical grain.

Each owl rests on an exclusive base, where the precious inscription "von Hand gemacht" (handmade) is engraved, guaranteeing the authenticity and care with which this collector's item was created. Perfect for adding a touch of wisdom and charm to your home.

Detail & Meaning
Il gufo, creatura notturna per eccellenza e figura venerata fin dall'antichità, è un simbolo universale di saggezza, intuizione e profonda conoscenza. Tradizionalmente associato alla dea greca Atena, rappresenta la capacità di vedere oltre le apparenze e di portare luce nell'oscurità del mistero. Questo gufetto, con la sua espressione fissa e gli occhi penetranti, incarna l'essenza della riflessione silenziosa e della protezione, fungendo da portafortuna discreto e un monito costante all'osservazione e alla prudenza interiore. È un soggetto decorativo che invita alla contemplazione.
Story
L'arte dell'intaglio del legno in Val Gardena è una tradizione secolare che risale al XVII secolo. Nata in un contesto di povertà come attività sussidiaria per i contadini e sviluppatasi inizialmente nell'ambito dell'arte sacra, si è evoluta fino a includere una vasta gamma di soggetti decorativi e della fauna. Sebbene il gufo non sia una figura strettamente legata all'iconografia sacra, la sua rappresentazione in legno è un esempio della versatilità e della continuità dell'artigianato gardenese. Gli scultori Dolfi applicano la stessa meticolosità e l'amore per il dettaglio riservato alle opere religiose anche a soggetti naturali come questo, trasformando la semplicità del legno d'acero in un tesoro artistico tramandato di generazione in generazione.
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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