THE ERZGEBIRGE REGION OF GERMANY AND ITS MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES IS THE BIRTHPLACE OF WOODCRAFTING USING THE LATHE AND SKILLED CARVING THAT CREATED NUTCRACKERS, SMOKERS, PYRAMIDS, SCHWIBBOGENS AND TOYS LONG REGARDED AS UNMATCHED IN QUALITY AND DESIGN. ANTIQUE & VINTAGE PYRAMIDS. Each figure used in our pyramid collection represents a Biblical nativity character handcrafted in charming detail and placed on a rotating platform driven by the vertical shaft connected to a paddle set at the top. When candles are lit at the base of the pyramid, the rising heat rotates the tilted blades causing the platforms of nativity figures to come alive with movement. Many of ours were made in Germany before or after reunification in 1989, and some are copied versions skillfully made in the orient, however, German pyramids remain unsurpassed among all sources in quality and value. Our rare five tier pyramid is a majestic 26.4 inches height and is made in a classic arch style (see photos 11 and 13 for arch and fence similarities used in 24 openings) that allows many different views of the nativity characters whether on motion or stationary platforms. 41 figures are featured and include the holy family, trumpeting angels, shepherds, many sheep, kings with gifts, attendents, pack animals, palms and more. Overall, the pyramid has figures on seven to eight levels, four of which rotate and others which are stationary. The last six photos are dedicated to showing levels with both stationary and moving platforms. Rotation has been certified and is precise in operation; use the large German made pyramid candles (pyramidenkerzen) to fit candle holders for best and safest operation. Condition is complete and almost perfect with the only found issue a missing gold post knob for which a replacement was found and now included. In photo 12, note size relationship with surroundings including the 42 inch tabletop is sits upon. Please communicate any questions; more photos available. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Holiday & Seasonal\Nativity Items”. The seller is “has.us4″ and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States.

• Occasion: Christmas
• Size: Large
• Material: Wood
• Year Manufactured: 1990
• Subject: pyramids
• Modified Item: No
• Type: Pyramid
• Year: 1990s
• Original/Licensed Reproduction: Original
• Item Height: 27 in
• Features: 5 tiers
• Time Period Manufactured: Current (1991-Now)
• Country/Region of Manufacture: Germany
• Handmade: Yes