Skip to product information
Carved Maple Wood Alpine Cuckoo Clock | Italian Tradition

SKU: 1284300000000C

Carved Maple Wood Alpine Cuckoo Clock | Italian Tradition

4.4/5
★★★★★
★★★★★
(1257 reviews)
€469,90
Or pay in 3 installments of €--,-- with
Carved maple wood
Hand painted
Hand-carved details
measure

Description

Let yourselves be enchanted by the timeless charm of the Alpine Cuckoo Clock, a masterpiece of carving that celebrates craftsmanship and watchmaking tradition. Its structure faithfully imitates a small mountain chalet, enriched by a deep and three-dimensional wood carving that captures the essence of alpine nature.

Every detail is meticulously crafted: from the dynamic bird placed at the top, depicted with outstretched wings in a flying pose, to the large stylized leaves that elegantly frame the dial. The central body is decorated with lattice motifs, simulating rustic architecture. Below the cuckoo's compartment, three small figures in traditional clothing add a touch of color and popular cheer.

The wood, treated with a warm, semi-gloss walnut finish, enhances its grain and the complexity of the carvings. Made for Val Gardena, this clock is a tribute to the ancient art of wood carving. To ensure maximum definition and precision in the sculpted details, the carved elements are made of precious maple wood, the material of choice for 35 cm sculptures, perfect for capturing the complexity of the wings and the texture of the pine cones that serve as weights.

Detail & Meaning
L'orologio a cucù non è solo uno strumento per misurare il tempo, ma un simbolo profondo della connessione con la natura e del folclore alpino. Lo stile "chalet" richiama la semplicità e il calore della vita tradizionale di montagna. Gli intagli di grandi foglie, spesso identificabili con la quercia o la vite, simboleggiano forza, longevità e vitalità. Le pigne che pendono come pesi sono un emblema della fertilità e della rigenerazione della foresta. Le figurine umane, statiche ma pronte alla danza, rappresentano la comunità e la gioia popolare, celebrando il ciclo delle stagioni e la vita agreste con un'espressione stilizzata e benevola.
Story
Sebbene l'orologio a cucù sia universalmente associato alla Germania (in particolare alla Foresta Nera), la sua storia è intricata e le prime menzioni di orologi con un meccanismo canoro risalgono al XVII secolo, quando i primi esemplari meccanici fecero la loro comparsa in Europa. Divenne popolare nel XVIII e XIX secolo, evolvendosi da un semplice meccanismo sonoro a un complesso oggetto d'arte intagliato. La Val Gardena, celebre nel mondo per la sua tradizione secolare nella scultura lignea, ha abbracciato l'arte dell'orologeria decorativa. Gli artigiani Dolfi applicano la loro millenaria maestria nell'intaglio del legno d'acero per creare esemplari che uniscono la precisione del meccanismo alpino all'inconfondibile qualità scultorea della tradizione altoatesina, onorando così l'eredità artistica alpina in senso lato.
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
Customer Support

🌍 Support in all languages

Our team follows you through every step of your purchase with multilingual support.

📱 Contact us now:

❓ We help you with:

  • Choosing the right product
  • Information about sizes and customizations
  • Order status and shipping
  • After-sales issues

⏰ Hours: Mon-Fri 9:00-18:00 | Sat 9:00-12:00

Over 130 years of artisan experience at your service

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
Frequently Bought Together

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

Hand finishes, quality control and elegant packaging: your object is ready to arrive home