Carved Maple Wood Alpine Cuckoo Clock | Italian Tradition

€469,90

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Carved maple wood

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Hand painted

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Hand-carved details

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.

The cuckoo clock is not merely a time-measuring instrument, but a profound symbol of the connection with nature and Alpine folklore. The "chalet" style evokes the simplicity and warmth of traditional mountain life. The carvings of large leaves, often identifiable as oak or vine, symbolize strength, longevity, and vitality. The pinecones hanging as weights are an emblem of fertility and forest regeneration. The human figures, static yet ready to dance, represent community and popular joy, celebrating the cycle of seasons and rural life with a stylized and benevolent expression.

Although the cuckoo clock is universally associated with Germany (particularly the Black Forest), its history is intricate, and the first mentions of clocks with a singing mechanism date back to the 17th century, when the first mechanical examples appeared in Europe. It became popular in the 18th and 19th centuries, evolving from a simple sound mechanism into a complex work of carved art. Val Gardena, famous worldwide for its centuries-old tradition in wood carving, has embraced the art of decorative clockmaking. Dolfi artisans apply their millennia-old expertise in carving maple wood to create pieces that combine the precision of alpine mechanisms with the unmistakable sculptural quality of the South Tyrolean tradition, thus honoring the broader Alpine artistic heritage.

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Italy: 2-4 days
Europe: 3-7 days
Rest of the world: 7-15 days

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