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Squirrel Sculpture in Val Gardena Maple Wood, Colored or Natural Finish

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Fine maple wood
Oil Coloured
Hand-carved details
Color variations
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📌 Size Notice
The listed size refers to standing figures. Animals and other characters are scaled accordingly, so they may appear smaller or larger.

Description

Admire the vivacity of the Dolfi squirrel, depicted in a seated and vigilant pose, with its head slightly raised, as if listening to the sounds of the woods. Its front paws carefully hold its precious acorn, an element that highlights its proverbial foresight.

Its body is enlivened by warm shades of brown and reddish-orange, which, thanks to a semi-gloss finish, enhance the rounded and soft shape of the sculpture. Every detail, from its attentive eyes to its raised snout, is an expression of artisanal mastery.

This delightful sculpture is skillfully carved in the centuries-old tradition of Val Gardena. It is made of maple wood, the preferred material for small sculptures (up to 56 cm), known for its fine grain and ability to accommodate minute details. You can choose between the colored variant, with vibrant tones that capture attention, or the natural wood variant, for a rustic and elegant touch. A small masterpiece that brings the magic of the alpine forest directly into your home.

Detail & Meaning
<p>Lo scoiattolo, creatura iconica delle foreste alpine, è universalmente riconosciuto come simbolo di energia, previdenza e operosità. La sua posa seduta e attenta e il gesto di stringere la ghianda non solo riflettono la sua natura laboriosa (la raccolta delle provviste), ma simboleggiano anche l'importanza di essere vigili, prudenti e pronti ad affrontare l'inverno. Nell'ambito decorativo, è un richiamo alla natura, all'allegria e alla vita nascosta dei boschi, portando un tocco di giocosa e dinamica vitalità.</p>
Story
<p>L'intaglio di figure profane e animali, sebbene meno noto dell'arte sacra, ha radici profonde nella tradizione scultorea della Val Gardena. Fin dal XVII secolo, gli artigiani locali, oltre a crocifissi e Madonne, realizzavano piccole sculture che ritraevano la fauna selvatica circostante, come orsi, cervi e, naturalmente, scoiattoli. Queste opere erano testimonianze dell'ambiente alpino e della vita quotidiana, tramandando un saper fare che ancora oggi si esprime nella precisione dell'intaglio di ogni singolo pezzo di legno, onorando l'eredità artistica locale.</p>
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
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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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Every piece is sculpted by skilled artisans who transform wood into unique shapes, with precision and passion.

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