VTG 1960s FOLK ART WOOD ERZGEBIRGE E GERMAN XMAS NATIVITY PYRAMID CANDLE HOLDER

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Seller: jonesantiques ✉️ (18,686) 99.7%, Location: Gulf Hammock, Florida, US, Ships to: WORLDWIDE, Item: 112133834946 VTG 1960s FOLK ART WOOD ERZGEBIRGE E GERMAN XMAS NATIVITY PYRAMID CANDLE HOLDER.

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Description This type of candle holder is called a "pyramid" - because the shape is similar to a pyramid. It was made in the Erzgebirge area of East Germany. The Erzgebirge region encompassed both East and West Germany! This piece is a scarce EAST German piece. It measures 7" tall, and has little paddle blades at the top of a metal pole. There are two little candle holders, that were to hold small red candles. When the candles were burned, the heat would cause the blades to turn, causing the center figures to rotate.  The center figures are a small nativity, around a curled wood pine tree.  The Nativity features Joseph, Mary, Baby Jesus and a shepherd with 2 sheep. It is hand made, and really lovely. It is very slightly used - the center piece doesn't rotate smoothly; The blades have some very slight soot on two edges. It doesn't come with candles, but takes short 3/8" candles. I DON'T recommend using it with candles burning, but to use it as display. It displays really well, and is from the 1960's.  It measures 7" tall, and the pyramid part is 4 3/4" tall.

Right after World War II, Germany was divided into "East" and "West" - with the East part being given over to USSR control, and West Germany remaining in control of the Western Allies. East Germany was behind the "Iron Curtain", and items that were made in East Germany weren't exported to the West - just the countries controlled by the USSR.

The Erzgebirge region has been home to folk artists for generations - families have been making toys and holiday decorations there for hundreds of years, passing the patterns and tools down through the generations. The toys and items that we saw in the West were marked West Germany. The East German toys and pieces didn't really show up until after the Berlin Wall came down (and the Iron Curtain) in 1989. (The Wall divided the city of Berlin into East and West, while the Curtain kept the Eastern Bloc countries under USSR control). At that same time (December 1989), Germany was re-unified, and again became simply "Germany".

Thus, items marked East or West Germany were made between 1945 and 1989.  This piece is a wonderful hand made vintage folk art piece.  The little nativity figures, as well as the tree are hand carved.  The wood is a beautiful light solid wood, with little brass holders for the candles.  The center has a tin piece in the middle.  

Payment I accept Paypal! Payments required within four days, please. If you are going to need longer, please contact me, so we can make arrangements.
Shipping All items are shipped within 24 hours of payment! I try and recycle packaging materials as much as I can. I hate adding more garbage to the environment; if you receive a box from me that has been used before, I am "recycling". I will make sure it's sturdy and the item well packaged. I will ensure your item will arrive in good condition, but the box may not be pretty (or it might be - I have to buy boxes, as well). All shipping within the US is free to you. All my packages are tracked, but if for some reason you don't receive your item or it arrives broken, I will refund your money.
Terms of Sale I believe in offering the best customer service. YOU are the most important thing in any transactions that I have. I have a lot of fun doing this, and I want it to be fun for you, as well. I guarantee everything - shipping, item as described, damage in transit, whether or not it gets there -- absolutely everything! If there is any reason you feel you cannot leave me five-star feedback please let me know, and give me an opportunity to fix any issues. I really want you to be a happy customer, and come back and visit me. I have thousands of items to sell, and would like you to be a return customer.
About Us I have been an antiques dealer for over 30 years, and an Ebay seller since 2001. I specialize in vintage holiday decorations, and vintage craft items. I also like kitschy religious items, so sell those as well! I have written a number of buying guides, so take a look at my Ebay page. I guarantee authenticity on everything I sell. If I am selling a newer item or a reproduction, I will state it clearly in the listing. I have spent many years studying my specialities, and feel comfortable in guaranteeing my listings. You as my customer are the most important facet of my busines. I try and respond to every message within a few hours.
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  • Condition: Used
  • Condition: Has East Germany sticker on bottom, 2 very small burn discolorations on paddles visible on bottom, bright and clean, sticks a bit in turns
  • Style: Revolving Pyramid
  • Type: Hand Made Folk Art
  • Size: Small, 7" tall
  • Where Made: Erzgebirge Area, East Germany

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