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Handmade Wood Rabbit Sculpture from Val Gardena

SKU: 1680849A00600C

Handmade Wood Rabbit Sculpture from Val Gardena

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Fine maple
Oil Coloured
Hand-carved details
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

The Dolfi Rabbit Sculpture is a small masterpiece of naturalism and grace, masterfully carved by our artisans in Val Gardena. Depicted in a crouched and attentive pose, with one ear perked in vigilant listening, this rabbit embodies the quietness and vivacity of alpine fauna.

Its soft forms are enhanced by realistic coloring: from the reddish-brown coat that fades into darker shades on the back, to the creamy white belly and delicate pink accents on the nose and ears. Each piece is hand-painted with extreme care, giving vitality to the animal's attentive and placid gaze, simulating the texture of the fur through skillful tonal variations.

This art object is available in various sizes between 6 and 15 cm. Following our sculptural tradition, for these smaller sizes, the statue is made from precious maple wood (variant C - colored), known for its fineness and excellent rendering of details. It is also available in the natural maple wood variant (N), which celebrates the intrinsic beauty of the raw wood grain.

Detail & Meaning
The rabbit, while not a strictly sacred figure, possesses a rich symbolic substratum. It is universally associated with Spring and Easter, symbolizing rebirth, fertility, and effervescent vitality. In naturalistic art and popular culture, it is also the emblem of prudence and vigilance, as suggested by its attentive pose and upright ear. The Dolfi sculpture captures this duality, representing the animal not only as a decorative element but as a reminder of nature's lightness and life's constant cycle of renewal.
Story
The carving of wooden figures and animals in Val Gardena dates back to the 17th century. Although initially the focus was almost exclusively on Sacred Art (statues of Saints and Crucifixes), over time local artisans also began to sculpt scenes of daily life and representations of the rich alpine fauna, such as deer, bears, and farm animals. These sculptures, including the rabbit, were sought after both as refined furnishing accessories and as elements to enrich nativity scenes, integrating the beauty of the surrounding nature into homes. The Dolfi tradition is a guardian of this art, preserving the manual carving and detailed painting techniques handed down through generations.
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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