Modern European Folk Art - Handcrafted Pieces for Everyday Living

"Toy making" is a centuries old tradition in the northeast part of Germany known as the Erzgebirge (Ore Mountains) - remarkably beautiful forests, hills and small towns must have inspired the artisans in their work. Nutcrackers, Smoker figures, Nativity Scenes and more are turned or carved from wood and hand painted in small workshops.

But the folk art has continued to evolve and new manufacturing techniques are married with age-old traditions and young artist-entrepreneurs are putting new twists on iconic forms.

Gingerbread World is pleased to offer a large selection of both traditional and modern Wooden Figures from Germany - from the Erzgebirge and from other regions like the Schwarzwald (Black Forest). Here are some of the more modern designs we stock.

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Gingerbread World Drechslerei Martin Wooden Easter Bunny Figure with Easter Nest

Drechslerei Martin Wooden Easter Bunny with Easter Nest

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Charming and full of personality, this handcrafted Wooden Easter Bunny with Nest looks ready to deliver colourful treasures for the Easter egg hunt...

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Gingerbread World European Easter Market - Drechslerei Martin Wooden Figures - Bunny with Carrot and Bunny with Large Easter Egg

Gingerbread World European Easter Market - Drechslerei Martin Wooden Figures - Bunny with Easter Egg - red

Drechslerei Martin Wooden Easter Bunny with Painted Egg

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This charming Easter Bunny holds a single brightly coloured Easter egg close to its body. Though the egg is quite small in reality, the careful pro...

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Gingerbread World Drechslerei Martins German Handcrafted Wooden Easter Eggs - set of 5

Gingerbread World Drechslerei Martins German Handcrafted Wooden Easter Eggs Medium - set of 5

Drechslerei Martin Wooden Easter Eggs, Set of 5

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This cheerful set of five hand-turned small wooden Easter eggs comes in a rainbow of bright spring colours, each one smooth, simple, and beautifull...

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Gingerbread World German Christmas Market - Seiffener Volkkunst Nutcracker Bavarian with Stein and Pretzel 11332

Handcrafted Seiffener Volkskunst Bavarian German nutcracker wearing traditional Tracht and holding a beer stein and heart-shaped Lebkuchen.

Seiffener Volkskunst German Nutcracker – Bavarian Man with Lebkuchen

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Dressed in traditional Bavarian Tracht, the Bavarian Man with Lebkuchen celebrates one of Germany's most beloved regional traditions. From his feat...

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Handcrafted Seiffener Volkskunst Bavarian snowman incense smoker holding a pretzel and bierstein, wearing a blue-and-white scarf and black top hat, made in Seiffen, Germany.

Seiffener Volkskunst Friendly Snowman Smokers - Bavarian

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Celebrate the festive spirit of Bavaria with this cheerful handcrafted Bavarian Friendly Snowman Smoker from Seiffener Volkskunst. Holding a tradit...

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Handcrafted Seiffener Volkskunst Gentleman snowman incense smoker wearing a black top hat, holding a walking stick with a small bird perched on his hand, made in Seiffen, Germany.

Seiffener Volkskunst Friendly Snowman Smokers - Gentleman

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Dressed for a leisurely winter stroll, the Gentleman Friendly Snowman Smoker brings timeless European charm to your Christmas decorating. Wearing a...

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Handcrafted Seiffener Volkskunst Santa Claus Gnome incense smoker wearing a red and white outfit, holding a bell and a gift sack, made in Seiffen, Germany.

Seiffener Volkskunst Gnome Incense Smoker – Santa Claus

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Bringing together the charm of a woodland gnome and the spirit of Father Christmas, the Santa Claus Gnome is one of the most festive characters in ...

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Handcrafted Seiffener Volkskunst Red Gnome incense smoker with a tall red hat, white beard and traditional pipe, made in Seiffen, Germany.

Seiffener Volkskunst Gnome Incense Smoker – Red

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With his tall red hat, flowing white beard and traditional pipe, the Red Gnome is a classic example of authentic Erzgebirge folk art. Inspired by t...

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Handcrafted Seiffener Volkskunst Blue Gnome incense smoker with a blue coat, red hat and white beard, made in Seiffen, Germany.

Seiffener Volkskunst Gnome Incense Smoker – Blue

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The Blue Gnome is the most popular character in Seiffener Volkskunst's handcrafted Gnome collection. Dressed in a rich blue coat with a traditional...

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Handcrafted Seiffener Volkskunst Wood Gatherer Gnome incense smoker with a green hat, lantern, firewood backpack and small axe, made in Seiffen, Germany.

Seiffener Volkskunst Gnome Incense Smoker – Wood Gatherer

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Fresh from the forest with a bundle of firewood on his back, the Wood Gatherer Gnome captures the quiet charm of traditional European woodland life...

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Handcrafted Seiffener Volkskunst Handyman Gnome incense smoker with a brown hat, blue coat, miniature toolbox and broom, made in Seiffen, Germany.

Seiffener Volkskunst Gnome Incense Smoker – Handyman

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Always ready with the right tool for the job, the Handyman Gnome brings a touch of craftsmanship and good humour to your Christmas decorating. Wear...

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Handcrafted Seiffener Volkskunst Hiker Gnome incense smoker with a walking stick, backpack, blue-purple hat and red-brown coat, made in Seiffen, Germany.

Seiffener Volkskunst Gnome Incense Smoker – Hiker

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Ready to explore the forest trails of the Erzgebirge, the Hiker Gnome is equipped with a sturdy walking stick, classic backpack and warm outdoor cl...

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Handcrafted Seiffener Volkskunst Bavarian incense smoker wearing traditional Tracht, holding a pretzel and beer stein, made in Seiffen, Germany.

Seiffener Volkskunst Village Character Incense Smoker – Bavarian

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Dressed in traditional Bavarian Tracht (regional folk costume), the Bavarian celebrates one of Germany's most beloved cultural traditions. Wearing ...

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Gingerbread World German Christmas Market - Seiffener Volkskunst Nutcracker King with Grey Beard 112019 - on mantle

Handcrafted Seiffener Volkskunst Red King German nutcracker with a gray beard, golden crown and royal sceptre, made in Seiffen, Germany.

Seiffener Volkskunst German Nutcracker – Red King with Gray Beard, 39 cm

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This commanding Large Red King Nussknacker is a striking blend of classic colour and dignified detail. Standing 39 cm tall, he wears a bright red t...

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Seiffener Volkskunst Schalling Floating Castle Christmas Pyramid with red roofs, handcrafted in Seiffen, Germany and powered by tealight candles.

Seiffener Volkskunst Schalling Christmas Pyramid – Floating Castle, Red

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Floating Castle Christmas Pyramid is a striking reinterpretation of one of Germany's most cherished Christmas traditions. A cluster of charming woo...

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Seiffener Volkskunst Schalling Floating Castle Christmas Pyramid with blue roofs displayed on a modern architects' boardroom table with three lit tealight candles, architectural plans and scale models in the background.

Seiffener Volkskunst Schalling Floating Castle Christmas Pyramid with blue roofs, handcrafted in Seiffen, Germany and powered by tealight candles.

Seiffener Volkskunst Schalling Christmas Pyramid – Floating Castle, Blue

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The Floating Castle Christmas Pyramid in blue offers a fresh, contemporary interpretation of one of Germany's most cherished Christmas traditions. ...

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