The Plum Man incense smoker – in various colors – is a lovingly crafted figure reminiscent of an old Dresden Christmas tradition. The Plum Man is particularly well-known from the famous Dresden Striezelmarkt (Christmas market). There, it has been a fixture of the Christmas season for many years and is therefore a beloved symbol of the traditional Christmas market.
The black Plum Man incense smoker wears a tall top hat and a simple dark blue robe. A small gold-colored clasp on his belt adds a subtle touch. His face, with its rosy cheeks and open mouth, gives him a distinctive expression.
Furthermore, his outstretched arms and dark legs complete his characteristic figure. The Plum Man stands on a rectangular wooden base, ensuring a secure and decorative display.
The Plum Man also has an interesting history. As early as 1800, small figures made from prunes were sold in Dresden. These were offered at the Christmas market by the so-called “Striezelkinder” (Striezel children). Their appearance was reminiscent of chimney sweeps. Over time, the Plum Man became a popular good luck charm.
As a result, he eventually became an integral part of Dresden’s Christmas tradition.
The Plum Man also creates a cozy atmosphere as an incense smoker. Simply place a lit incense cone inside, and smoke will rise from his mouth. At the same time, the chosen fragrance will fill the room. This is precisely why the incense smoker is so cherished: it combines traditional craftsmanship with a special Christmas story.
Details:
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Height approx. 21 cm
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Width approx. 8.5 cm
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with black top hat
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with gold-colored belt clasp
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on a rectangular wooden base
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dark blue finish
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for standard incense cones
The Plum Man incense smoker makes a lovely gift for lovers of traditional wooden decorations and collectors of incense figures. It also evokes the Christmas tradition of the Dresden Striezelmarkt (Christmas market). Therefore, it is a wonderful festive decoration. Furthermore, it is a lovely gift idea for anyone who appreciates traditional wood art and Erzgebirge incense figures.
You can find more beautiful smoker figures from the Lenk & Sohn woodturning workshop and other manufacturers from the Ore Mountains here.
Would you like to learn more about the smoker figure Take a look at the following link: Ore Mountain Smoker Figure.
Product safety
Manufacturer information
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!