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A Schwibbogen is a decorative candle-holder from the
Ore Mountains (Erzgebirge) region of Saxony, Germany
The first metal Schwibbogen was made in 1740 in
Johanngeorgenstadt. The early candle arches always
consisted of black ore. They were made out of one single
forged piece and could be painted. The traditional symbols were;
2 miners, 1 wood carver, a bobbin lace maker, a Christmas Tree,
2 miner's hammers, 2 crossed swords, and an angel. It holds 7
candles. Contrary to popular belief the candle holder was always
associated with Christmas. The light symbolizes the longing of
the miners who didn't see the daylight in winter for weeks
sometimes due to their long working hours below the surface.
Over time the designs changed. Now it is typically made
out of wood which depicts historical or religious scenes.
There are even landscapes, skylines, advertisements -
there is almost no limit to the possibilities
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A village and castle
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Detail of a Schwibbogen
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A small house in the woods
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A Schwibbogen is a decorative candle-holder from the
Ore Mountains (Erzgebirge) region of Saxony, Germany
The first metal Schwibbogen was made in 1740 in
Johanngeorgenstadt. The early candle arches always
consisted of black ore. They were made out of one single
forged piece and could be painted. The traditional symbols were;
2 miners, 1 wood carver, a bobbin lace maker, a Christmas Tree,
2 miner's hammers, 2 crossed swords, and an angel. It holds 7
candles. Contrary to popular belief the candle holder was always
associated with Christmas. The light symbolizes the longing of
the miners who didn't see the daylight in winter for weeks
sometimes due to their long working hours below the surface.
Over time the designs changed. Now it is typically made
out of wood which depicts historical or religious scenes.
There are even landscapes, skylines, advertisements -
there is almost no limit to the possibilities
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A village and castle
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Church with singers
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Detail of a Schwibbogen
See more beautiful photos here
A small house in the woodslink
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