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Lucky Pig Handmade in Natural Wood and Bark Val Gardena

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Lucky Pig Handmade in Natural Wood and Bark Val Gardena

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Fine wood, Val Gardena
Artigianato intagliato a mano
Details in natural bark
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Description

The Lucky Piggy Bank by Dolfi is a small masterpiece of rustic art, where nature becomes form and character. This unique sculpture captures the essence of Val Gardena craftsmanship through the skillful use of untreated materials. The body is shaped from a segment of a tree trunk or branch, retaining its raw outer bark, a deep dark brown that evokes the solidity and authenticity of the alpine forest.

The snout is the cross-section of the wood, a light ivory disc that clearly reveals the tree's history through its concentric growth rings, making each piece unique. Its formal simplicity is its strength: the eyes and nostrils are barely suggested by small dark dots, giving it a neutral and fascinating expression. The ears, made of natural terracotta-colored leather, add a touch of warmth and texture, while the legs are short segments of branches that stably support the figure. Standing 7 cm tall, this piggy is a decorative object that carries with it the charm and tradition of mountain wood art, ideal for adding an element of warmth and luck to any environment.

Detail & Meaning
Il maiale, e in particolare il maialino, è universalmente riconosciuto come un potente simbolo di fortuna, prosperità e abbondanza fin dai tempi antichi. Regalare un maialino portafortuna è un augurio di ricchezza materiale e benessere. La scelta di raffigurarlo in una forma così essenziale e rustica, utilizzando materiali che richiamano la terra e la natura, rafforza il suo legame con le tradizioni popolari e con i valori di autenticità e semplicità. La sua espressione minimalista e l'aspetto solido e radicato lo rendono un talismano discreto ma significativo.
Story
L'arte della scultura in Val Gardena affonda le sue radici nel XVII secolo, evolvendo dalla necessità dei contadini di trovare un'attività invernale al commercio di opere sacre e profane di altissima qualità. Sebbene la tradizione sia celebre per le figure religiose, l'artigianato locale ha sempre incluso oggetti decorativi e portafortuna come il maialino. La scelta di creare questa scultura assemblando elementi naturali non lavorati si collega alla storia rurale della valle, dove il rispetto per il legno e per la sua forma intrinseca era fondamentale. La simbologia del maiale come portafortuna risale alla cultura germanica e celtica, dove veniva visto come simbolo di forza e fertilità, tradizione che si è consolidata in molte culture europee, specialmente in prossimità del nuovo anno.
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

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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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