Hand-Carved Hedgehog Bookmark Val Gardena

€8,90

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Fine wood

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Refined carving

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Hand-carved details

Open a chapter of woodland magic with our exclusive hedgehog-shaped bookmark. This delightful sculpture, entirely handmade by artisans from Val Gardena, captures the simplicity and warmth of nature with a stylized and refined design, perfect for every reading enthusiast. The hedgehog, with its rounded forms and cleverly hinted triangular quills, elegantly rests on a thin light wooden stick, ready to guard your page.

The meticulous finish of the hedgehog boasts a warm golden-brown for the body and a darker reddish-brown for the paws and snout, shades achieved through a polishing that enhances the natural grain of the material. The profile pose, static and essential, lends the subject a neutral expression and timeless charm.

According to the rigorous tradition of Dolfi craftsmanship for small sculptures (12 cm), this collector's piece is entirely carved from Maple wood, a local raw material renowned for its fine grain and exceptional suitability for precision carving. A small functional art treasure, testament to South Tyrolean mastery.

Despite its apparent simplicity, the figure of the hedgehog is rich in meanings in folklore and minor iconography. A symbol of protection and defense thanks to its quills, it is also associated with resilience, wisdom, and the ability to face darkness, as it is a predominantly nocturnal animal. This wooden hedgehog represents a discreet but reliable presence, a silent and hardworking guardian, the perfect messenger to carefully cherish your moments of reading and meditation.

The art of carving wooden figures in Val Gardena dates back to the 17th century. Historically, local craftsmen, during the long winters, began creating small sculptures not only religious but also inspired by Alpine wildlife and everyday objects. This bookmark fits into this centuries-old tradition, where mastery in carving is applied to functional objects, transforming a simple tool into a small treasure of folk art. The carving of stylized animals in maple wood continues today, keeping alive the artisanal school known worldwide for its precision and quality.

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Delivery times:

Italy: 2-4 days
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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