Floating Castle Christmas Pyramid is a striking reinterpretation of one of Germany's most cherished Christmas traditions. A cluster of charming wooden houses with vibrant red roofs appears to float effortlessly above the candlelight, gently turning as warm air from two tealights powers the elegant pyramid. Designed by Emma Brix, this contemporary masterpiece combines minimalist design with centuries-old Erzgebirge craftsmanship, creating a captivating centrepiece that feels both timeless and completely modern.

• Dimensions: 31 × 17 × 24 cm (12.2 × 6.7 × 9.4 in)
• Handcrafted in Seiffen, Germany
• Original Schalling design by Emma Brix
• Floating Castle Christmas Pyramid with red roofs
• Houses crafted using the traditional Erzgebirge Reifendrehen (ring-turning) technique
• Powered by the warmth of two standard tealight candles
• Adjustable tealight holders
• Crafted from natural wood with painted red roof details
  

The Tradition of the German Christmas Pyramid

For generations, German Christmas Pyramids (Weihnachtspyramiden) have been among the most beloved symbols of Christmas in the Erzgebirge (Ore Mountains). Powered by the gentle warmth of candles, the rising air turns a beautifully carved rotor, bringing handcrafted figures to life in a slow, peaceful rotation. Originally inspired by mining traditions and early Christmas light displays, these moving wooden sculptures have become treasured holiday centrepieces that celebrate craftsmanship, family traditions and the quiet magic of the season.

About Schalling & Seiffener Volkskunst

Designed by Emma Brix for the Schalling collection and handcrafted by Seiffener Volkskunst, this Christm

as pyramid beautifully blends contemporary design with centuries-old Erzgebirge craftsmanship. Using traditional woodworking techniques passed down through generations in Seiffen, Germany, each piece reflects the creativity, quality and enduring heritage for which this remarkable region is known.