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Vintage German Christmas Pyramid: Erzgebirge Wooden Candle Carousel
$495.00
Object Type: Hand-carved German Christmas Pyramid (Weihnachtspyramide)
Origin: Erzgebirge
Era: 1960s–1980s
Material: Solid turned wood, hand-painted figurines, brass candle cups
Mechanism: Heat-powered rotor (the candle heat spins the fan)
A vintage four-tier German Christmas pyramid handcrafted in solid wood and fitted with traditional turning figurines and heat-driven rotor blades. Originating from the Erzgebirge region of Germany, this sculptural holiday centerpiece is powered by candlelight, causing the upper fan to rotate in slow, quiet motion. Detailed with hand-painted figures and original brass candle cups. A rare architectural holiday object that blends ritual, movement, and craftsmanship.