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Carved Alpine Cuckoo Clock with Animated Scenes and Mill

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Carved Alpine Cuckoo Clock with Animated Scenes and Mill

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Fine carved wood
Hand-carved details
Unique artisanal craftsmanship
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Description

Immerse yourself in the enchanting atmosphere of the Alps with this magnificent Cuckoo Clock, a masterpiece celebrating joy and rural life. Every detail of this alpine chalet is a testament to craftsmanship excellence.

The structure, finely hand-carved, is made of maple wood, chosen for its strength and ability to capture every nuance of the design, thanks to its compact size (40 cm) which enhances its definition. The main facade frames a lively scene: Tyrolean dancers move to the rhythm above the balcony decorated with flower pots, while on the lower floor, a waterwheel with blue paddles evokes the gentle flow of a stream.

The chromatic details, from the pink shutters with white hearts to the vibrant costumes of the figures, are expertly applied with painterly skill, lending depth and warmth. The shingle roof and the pinecone-shaped pendulum weights complete the authentic aesthetic, making this clock not just a precise time-keeping instrument, but a true piece of animated art that brings the magic of the Dolomites into your home.

Detail & Meaning
Sebbene l'orologio a cucù sia tradizionalmente associato alla Foresta Nera, questa specifica realizzazione intagliata in Val Gardena si arricchisce dei simbolismi alpini legati alla serenità e alla comunità. Le scene raffigurate, con i ballerini in abiti tradizionali e la coppia seduta in un gesto affettuoso, celebrano la gioia di vivere, l'armonia e la coesione sociale tipica delle valli montane. La presenza del mulino e della ruota idraulica simboleggia l'operosità e il legame profondo tra l'uomo e la natura circostante, dove il tempo è scandito non solo dall'orologio, ma anche dal ritmo tranquillo del lavoro e della tradizione.
Story
L'origine dell'orologio a cucù risale al XVII secolo in Germania, in particolare nella regione della Foresta Nera, dove divenne un'icona dell'artigianato orologiero grazie al suo meccanismo ingegnoso e alla sua distintiva chiamata. Sebbene la sua invenzione sia esterna alla tradizione altoatesina, l'arte della scultura lignea della Val Gardena ha saputo reinterpretare questo oggetto funzionale in chiave artistica. Gli artigiani Dolfi applicano le loro secolari tecniche di intaglio, originariamente dedicate all'arte sacra, per trasformare la cassa dell'orologio in una dettagliata rappresentazione di un paesaggio alpino, fondendo così la precisione meccanica tedesca con la sensibilità estetica e la maestria scultorea della tradizione gardenese.
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

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  • 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.

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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