smoking figure Mllerchen skier

This Mllerchen Skier smoking figure comes from Mller, made by hand using traditional methods from local wood and hand-stained and painted in strong colors.The Mllerchen from Mller impresses with its distinctive body shape. Its large nose gives it an unmistakable character. Its friendly face radiates warmth and joy.The Mllerchen Skier smoking figure impresses with loving details. Its round head shows red cheeks and a large, distinctive bulbous nose. A red, knitted hat with ski goggles on top protects it from the cold. Its mouth is slightly open, as if it is enjoying the wind.The body wears a bright green top, the color of which matches the winter look perfectly. A narrow, red border on the lower edge creates a nice contrast. The short, rounded arms hold two fine ski poles with black plates and white tips.The Mllerchen stands firmly on its white skis with red decorations. The logo of the renowned Mller company adorns the surface of the skis. Black shoes with white bindings ensure a secure grip.This incense smoker is suitable for incense candles of size M. When smoking, the fragrant smoke escapes from his slightly open mouth. Mller comes in many different versions today he is enjoying a fast descent on the slopes.Height approx. 15cmLength approx. 12cmcolouredfor standardincense conesfrom the Mllerchen seriesYou can find more pretty smoker figures fromMllerand other manufacturers from the Ore Mountainshere.Tradition of the smoker:The tradition of the smoker comes from the Ore Mountains, a region known for its rich wood resources and artistic craftsmanship. These figurative smokers, which are typically made of wood, originated in the 19th century and have been an integral part of Christmas culture in Germany ever since.The origin of the smokers goes back to the miners of the Ore Mountains, who were looking for new sources of income in winter due to the long periods of darkness and the lack of work in mining. So they began to make smokers, in addition to nutcrackers and Christmas pyramids. These figures have a hollow construction in which a small incense candle insert is placed. When the incense candle is lit, the smoke rises through the mans open mouth or pipe, which makes the smoker appear alive.In their design, smokers often represent traditional professions or symbolic figures, such as the miner, the forester, the hunter or Santa Claus. The miner is a particularly popular figure because he reflects the history and roots of the region. The figures are often richly decorated and carry typical attributes of their profession, such as tools, lanterns or pipes.The tradition of the smoker has developed greatly over the years. While they were originally simple representations of craftsmen and everyday people, there is now a wide variety of figures. From traditional representations to modern interpretations, they are popular collectors items and gifts.Smokers are part of many German households at Christmas time and contribute to the contemplative atmosphere by not only being artfully crafted, but also by spreading the typical scent of incense that is reminiscent of cozy winter evenings.