Dregeno Candle Arch, Santa Claus & Bear

Summary

German candle arches or Schwibbogen (which means floating arch) have a history going back over 250 years in the Ore Mountains of the Saxony region, where mining is a dominant livelihood. During the winter months miners spent their daylight hours below ground as they left before dawn for work and returned after dusk. There are varied origin stories of the candle arches. Some attribute the tradition as a homage to the miners placing their burning lamps over the pit entry hole in a semi-circle before starting their last shift before Christmas. There is also the tale that with the miners working long shifts and journeying home on dark, cold and bumpy roads, that their spouses would place a candle display in their window to light the way home. The tradition of lighting candles in the home during the winter months remains strong in the holiday season as the beautiful light display continues to guide the way back home.

• This arch features Santa Claus, a teddy bear and a winter scene with trees.
• A timeless treasure presents well as a gift or as an edition to your own home decor or collection.
• Decorative way of lighting up your home with the warm glow of candles in the cold winter season.
• Traditional candle holder or candelabra typically placed in your window to welcome your family home.
• Uses 5 tea candles.
• Master-crafted from sustainably harvested wood.
• Charming details are carved, painted and decorated by hand.
• Variations in handcraftsmanship ensure each piece is unique.
• Handmade in Germany’s Ore Mountains by Christian Ulbricht, a family-owned company founded in 1928.

Dimensions & More Info

• Overall: 12 3/4"W x 2 1/4"D x 6 1/2"H  
• Made in Germany.

Use & Care

• Handle with care, not suitable for children.