Erzgebirge Wooden Church Candle Holder GDR Choir Carolers Miniature 6.25”

Description

View Erzgebirge Wooden Church Candle Holder GDR Choir Carolers Miniature 6.25” with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. A charming mid-20th century Erzgebirge folk art candle holder handcrafted in the former East Germany (German Democratic Republic). This intimate miniature scene captures a small wooden church flanked by hand-painted choir carolers and a delicately shaved spiral tree — a hallmark of traditional Ore Mountain craftsmanship. Stamped on the underside “Made in German Democratic Republic,” this piece was produced between 1949–1990 and reflects the enduring Christmas traditions of Seiffen and the Erzgebirge region, long celebrated for their wooden pyramids, incense figures, and devotional village scenes. Despite its petite scale (approximately 6¼" long x 2¼" wide), the detailing is wonderfully expressive — from the black-robed choir figures with soft painted features to the warm honey-toned church and curled wood tree. A brass candle cup rests to one side, designed for a small taper or candle (please use caution with flame). Miniature Erzgebirge church scenes such as this were often exported during the Cold War era and sold in specialty gift shops throughout the United States. While unsigned, the curled wood tree and stylized choir figures are characteristic of Seiffen-area workshops. These smaller-scale devotional pieces are increasingly sought after for tabletop holiday displays, tiered trays, and curated European Christmas collections. Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Holiday & Seasonal › Villages & Houses. Brand: Erzgebirge.

Shape

Rectangle

Occasion

All Occasions

Material

Wood

Year Manufactured

1960

Subject

Villages

Brand

Erzgebirge

Type

candle holder figurine

Style

Erzgebirge

Collection

Alpine Village

Time Period Manufactured

1960-1969

Room

Any Room

Character Family

singing carolers

Country of Origin

Germany