Late 19th Century 'Betlem' Model Church Lamp
SKU
DA3439226
Late 19th Century scratch built 'Betlem' model church lamp.
In Eastern and Central Europe there is or was a 'Betlem' folk tradition, model churches are made and paraded through the village at Christmas time, accompanied by figures clothed in traditional mummers’ costumes who perform plays and sing carols.
This is a particularly interesting one, a rather fantastic Gaudi-like church with various coloured glass windows that would have been lit by candlelight. Now fitted with a newly wired electric lamp. A folk art rarity.
£695.00
- Size Guide
- H: 64 cm (25 3/16")
- W: 50 cm (19 11/16")
- D: 25 cm (9 13/16")
Condition | Good |
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Country | Central Europe |
Materials & Techniques | Wood |
Style | Folk Art / Primitive |
Period | 19th Cent |
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