A new addition to the owl family! The “Quaking Aspen” (Zitterpappel) – the 2026 annual edition incense-burning owl – comes from the renowned Kuhnert workshop and is a true eye-catcher. Crafted from sustainable wood, this owl impresses with its charming, detailed workmanship. It features a light wood design that beautifully showcases the timber’s natural grain.
Particularly striking are the owl’s large yellow eyes with black pupils; they instantly captivate the viewer and give the owl a lively, inquisitive expression. The warm wood tones of the body harmonize perfectly with its expressive face and distinctive beak.
Clutched in its wings are symbols of the quaking aspen (*Populus tremula*), the Tree of the Year for 2026. In one “hand,” the owl holds an informative fact card sharing interesting details about the quaking aspen. It describes this remarkable pioneer tree species—which paves the way for other trees to take root—noting that it can reach heights of 25 to 35 meters and ranks among the fastest-growing tree species. Characteristic features include leaves that flutter in even the slightest breeze and woolly catkins that appear in the spring.
In the other “hand,” the owl holds a finely crafted branch featuring green felt aspen leaves and typical downy catkins made of gray chenille yarn—all rendered with loving attention to detail and natural realism. These elements highlight the owl’s connection to nature and serve as a reminder of the significance of this special tree. The owl perches on a dark-toned base—featuring the year “2026”—that provides a stable and decorative foundation. With its natural coloring, intricate wood detailing, and symbolic elements, the 2026 Annual Owl is a beautiful collector’s item for enthusiasts of Erzgebirge folk art and a tribute to the impressive aspen tree.
The owl can be easily detached from its base and fitted with standard incense cones.
Note: Wood is a natural product, and no two pieces are alike. Consequently, the grain pattern may vary from item to item; this does not constitute grounds for a complaint.
- 16cm high
- nature colors
- sustainably produced
You will of course also find other incense figures and the appropriate incense cones in our range.
Safety instructions for Erzgebirge folk art pyramids.
• The pyramids are powered by burning candles! Therefore, make sure to keep a safe distance from curtains, furniture, upholstery and other flammable objects.
• Also remember that the pyramid is not a toy for children. Operation with an open flame may only take place under the constant supervision of adults.
• We accept no liability for damage caused by improper use or failure to observe these instructions.
Instructions for operation:
• Please only use high-quality candles that guarantee even burning. (Candles)
• Drafts can significantly affect the pyramid’s operation and should therefore be avoided at all costs.
Instructions for location:
• A solid and, above all, horizontal location (floor, table, etc.) is a prerequisite for a pyramid to run smoothly.
• When setting up the pyramid, make sure that the axis of the pyramid is in a vertical position. It must also be correctly positioned in the bearing.
• The middle part of the pyramid must be able to move freely.
Storage instructions:
• To ensure that the pyramid remains functional for many years, we recommend that you store it in a dry place.
• In addition, the pyramid should not be exposed to any major temperature fluctuations during storage.
Environmental damage caused by incorrect disposal of batteries
Batteries must not be disposed of in household waste. You are legally obliged to return old batteries so that proper disposal can be ensured. You can hand in old batteries at a municipal collection point or at a local retailer. As a distributor of batteries, we are also obliged to take back old batteries, although our obligation to take back is limited to old batteries of the type that we have or have had in our range as new batteries. You can therefore either send old batteries of the aforementioned type back to us with sufficient postage or hand them in free of charge directly in our store at the address given in the imprint.
Batteries are marked with the symbol of a crossed-out garbage can. This symbol indicates that batteries must not be thrown in household waste. For batteries that contain more than 0.0005 percent mercury (HG) by weight, more than 0.002 percent cadmium (Cd) by weight or more than 0.004 percent lead (Pb) by weight, the chemical name of the pollutant used is located under the garbage can symbol.
Dispose of electrical devices in an environmentally friendly manner
Electrical devices must not be disposed of with household waste. According to the European directive on waste electrical and electronic equipment, used electrical devices must be collected separately and sent to special collection and return systems. Owners of old devices from private households can hand them in at the collection points of the public waste disposal authorities or at the return points set up by manufacturers or distributors in accordance with the ElektroG.
Make sure that no beard hairs protrude in front of or into the mouth hole, otherwise no suction can be created and the cone can suffocate.
- Remove the upper body
- Light the incense cone (15 mm) at the tip and place it on a metal plate
- Put the upper body back on and enjoy the scent
- Then empty the ash into a non-flammable container.
- Not a toy for children!
- Please only use under adult supervision!
- Caution, smoldering incense cones and metal plates are very hot!
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