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Shepherd and Musician Child Sculpture Group in Maple Wood from Val Gardena

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Hand painted
Arabian Painted Style
Hand carved with care
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

A masterpiece of sweetness and harmony, this sculptural group captures a moment of serene contemplation. The figure of the man, with his flowing beard and robes in ochre and brown tones, leans in a protective gesture towards the child beside him. He holds an object resembling a basket or a drum, a symbol of abundance and rhythm.

The child, crouching or kneeling, plays a small flute with slightly puffed cheeks and an expression of deep concentration, lending a silent melody to the entire scene. The delicate pose and inclination of their heads create a visual dialogue that instills peace and tranquility.

The sculpture is characterized by manual painting that uses earthy and warm tones, with a shaded and aged effect that gives incredible depth and realism to the soft folds of the tunics. The matte finish enhances the details masterfully carved by our Val Gardena artisans, in a perfect balance between art and devotion.

Crafted with the esteemed Dolfi tradition, this statue is carved from maple wood for all available sizes (from 6 cm to 28 cm). You can choose variant C (colored as in the photo), N (natural), or 3G (three shades of brown), each an expression of the highest craftsmanship and spiritual quality.

Detail & Meaning
Iconography: Shepherd musicians (tambourine, trumpet), Arabic style. Symbolism: Joy, Christmas cheer. Religious meaning: The shepherds are the first witnesses of the Nativity, the music celebrates the joyful news. The Arabic style evokes the Middle Eastern setting of Jesus' birth.
Story
The tradition of shepherds in the Nativity scene has its roots in the Gospel narrative of the Nativity, where humble shepherds were the first to receive the announcement of Jesus' birth from the angels and to go and worship him. They represent simplicity, faith and the acceptance of the divine message by the least among us. Their presence in the Nativity scene symbolises the universality of the Christian message, accessible to all, regardless of their social status. Over time, the figure of the shepherd has been enriched with details and variations, often inspired by local traditions and crafts, as in the case of the musician shepherds, who add an element of joy and celebration to the sacred scene.
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  • Europe: 3-7 days
  • Rest of the world: 7-15 days

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You can return the product within 14 days of receipt if you do not like it with 100% refund

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Every piece is unique 100% Made in Italy 4.8/5 Reviews from happy customers
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