Maple Wooden Rocking Horse with Child and Heart

€5,38 €26,90

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Maple Wood Sculpture

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Entirely hand-painted

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Symbol of Love and Affection

Immerse yourself in the sweetness of childhood with this unique sculpture, a true masterpiece of Val Gardena craftsmanship signed Dolfi. The work captures the tender and reassuring image of a child sitting astride a classic rocking horse.

The composition is enriched by a cradle base that holds a large stylized bright red heart, a universal symbol of love and protection. The finish, meticulously hand-painted in warm shades of beige, orange, and brown, enhances the purity of the soft and simplified forms, typical of popular votive and celebratory art.

This miniature, given its compact size of 8 cm, is entirely hand-carved and hand-painted by our master artisans. It is made from precious Maple wood, selected for its fine grain and its excellent ability to accommodate the most minute details and color glazes. A perfect gift to celebrate births, baptisms, or simply to bring a touch of nostalgia and handcrafted affection into your home.

This sculpture transcends simple playful representation to become a true iconographic symbol. The child, with their serene and slightly curious expression, embodies the innocence and joy of early childhood. The rocking horse is a powerful archetype of play, fantasy, and a safe journey, a metaphor for growth. The crucial element is the large red-orange heart positioned between the horse's legs and the base: it is not just a decorative detail, but serves as a metaphor for the cradle or love nest in which the child is kept. It is an artistic representation of the unconditional love that protects and nurtures nascent life.

Although horse-shaped toys have existed since antiquity, the modern rocking horse, with its curved rockers, became popular in Europe between the 17th and 18th centuries, initially as an elite toy for the nobility. Over time, it has become the universal icon of happy and carefree childhood. Val Gardena, renowned for centuries for the art of wood carving, has always dedicated a part of its production to popular craftsmanship and traditional toys. This modern sculpture combines this centuries-old technical mastery with subjects full of emotional meaning, perpetuating a tradition that celebrates the most precious moments of life.

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

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