The “Ore Mountain Lantern Nutcracker and Smoking Figure” from Seiffener Volkskunst eG is a masterful example of traditional craftsmanship. Crafted with great attention to detail, it combines two of the most famous figures of Ore Mountain folk art: the nutcracker and the smoking man.
This decorative lantern is made of light, natural wood. The sides are framed with delicate, red wooden strips, lending the whole a festive touch. Small red wooden balls adorn the corners of the lantern. The sides of the lantern are decorated with artistic inlays. On two sides, the silhouettes of the traditional nutcracker and the smoking man are visible, striking with their vibrant colors. Other sides are decorated with delicate tree and snowflake motifs.
A special feature of this lantern is its LED lighting, which creates an atmospheric glow inside. The warm light illuminates the cut-out motifs and casts charming shadows, creating a cozy, Christmassy atmosphere. A metal bracket on top of the lantern allows it to be hung or simply placed on a table or in a window.
The lantern, also known as a midnight lantern, follows the tradition of miners who placed them in their homes during Advent as a symbol of hope and light. Manufactured in the renowned Seiffen show workshop, this lantern is not only a beautiful decoration but also an authentic piece of Erzgebirge culture.
- Height approx. 14/21 cm
- LED lighting
You can find more lanterns from Seiffen folk art as well as from other Erzgebirge manufacturers here.
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!
