Tree stand with gnomes
Material: Ceramic, hand painted
Size: 23 cm high, 23 by 28 cm, opening for the tree trunk is 4 cm
Weight: 8,5 kg
Age: ca. 1920
Origin: Germany or Czech
Condition:
Normal signs of age, some minor impact marks, paint rubbed off, repaired break – please see the XXL photos!
Description:
Elaborately decorated Christmas tree stand made of painted ceramic, shaped like a gnarled tree trunk. The front features a sculptural Nativity scene depicting Mary, Joseph and the infant Jesus. Shepherds, sheep, small dwarf figures, mushrooms and foliage surround the stand, creating a richly detailed design. An opening at the top accommodates the Christmas tree trunk. The painted decoration in green, brown and ochre yellow, with red and blue accents, gives this piece its distinctive character. A decorative collector’s piece of historical Christmas tradition. Condition: Age-related wear, including paint loss and chipping. Noticeable repaired crack. Please examine the photographs as part of the condition description.
