One of Germany's most enchanting Christmas traditions is the candle-lit pyramid, which families often place in the front window of their homes for passersby to see. Santa Claus and enough toys for a whole big family of kids revolve around a lovely handcarved tree. Stars are painted on the main support, which itself is painted a lovely shade of green.

This pyramid is handmade by the artisans of the Richard Glaesser Company in Seiffen in the heart of Germany's Erzgebirge Mountains. Stands about 11" tall x 9" wide x 9" deep. All elements are hand turned, hand carved, hand painted. The rising heat from the burning candles causes the propellor to rotate, resulting in the magical motion. This pyramid uses tea lights, rather than the traditional pyramid candles. Four tea lights included, but we also sell German tea lights (in tin cups) for your pyramid. Do not burn unattended; light candles only in a draft-free location.

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