Maple Wood Pinocchio Keychain from Val Gardena, 6 cm

€8,90

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High-quality natural wood

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Artigianato intagliato a mano

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Unique hand-carved details

Dive into the timeless joy of one of Italian literature's most beloved characters with this exclusive keychain. The sculpture, carefully carved according to the artisanal tradition of Val Gardena, captures Pinocchio's playful essence.

With its 6 cm of pure joy, the pendant depicts the famous puppet with an expression of contagious happiness: a wide smile and wide-open eyes, accentuated by the bright orange nose protruding from the plane of the sculpture. His iconic yellow and brown bowler hat is finished with a dark blue band, giving the piece a lively and collectible character.

This keychain is made of precious maple wood, chosen for its fine grain and excellent detail rendition in carving, typical of Dolfi sculptures under 56 cm. Each piece is meticulously hand-painted by our master craftsmen who enhance its saturated colors and satin finish. It is completed by a sturdy swivel carabiner in polished metal, securing your small masterpiece of craftsmanship to your keyring or bag, carrying with it a piece of Val Gardena's magic.

Artistically, this two-dimensional sculpture with relief elements captures the archetype of naivety, growth, and transformation. The markedly joyous expression and broad smile not only convey childish innocence but also reflect the puppet's redemption and happiness phase after its adventures. The elongated, orange nose, an iconic element, is a universal symbol of lying, but in this playful and happy representation, it becomes almost a whim, an affectionate reminder of his mischievous nature. It is a talisman that celebrates lightness, the desire for freedom, and the eternal child within us all.

The Adventures of Pinocchio, written by Carlo Collodi and published serially from 1881 onwards, are a cornerstone of world literature. The figure of the puppet, born from Mastro Geppetto's block of wood, is intrinsically linked to the tradition of carving. For the craftspeople of Val Gardena, specialized in wood sculpture for centuries, Pinocchio represents an ideal bridge between manual mastery and popular storytelling. Creating objects like this keychain is not just an act of sculpting, but a tribute to the story of a piece of wood that, through desire, art, and wisdom, ardently aspires to become a real child, a theme that deeply resonates with the art of bringing wood to life.

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Italy: 2-4 days
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