VTG 11in Erzgebirge GDR Christmas Pyramid 01607 Santa Toy Maker Train W/Box

Vintage Expertic Original Erzgebirge Christmas Pyramid, model 01607, handcrafted in the Erzgebirge (Ore Mountains) region of East Germany.   This charming Christmas pyramid features Santa Claus with a toy sled loaded with wrapped gifts, children at play, a toy train, and hand-carved spiral trees beneath a blue arch decorated with gold stars. The wooden fan blades are powered by the heat of four candles, causing the center scene to rotate.   This example retains its original Expertic box and is marked:   * Original Erzgebirge  * Model 01607  * Made in German Democratic Republic (GDR)   Produced before German reunification, this pyramid dates to approximately the late 1970s to mid-1980s and is a wonderful example of traditional Erzgebirge folk art.   Features:   * Original Expertic export label  * Original box included  * Four-candle Christmas pyramid  * Santa toy workshop theme  * Handcrafted painted wood  * Made in East Germany (GDR)   Please review all photos carefully as they are part of the description.