{"product_id":"vintage-hand-carved-wooden-jewish-55720","title":"Vintage Hand-Carved Wooden Jewish Figurine with Menorah Sculpture – Traditional Folk Art Statue","description":"\u003cp\u003eBring a touch of unique, timeless tradition and masterful artistry into your home with this beautiful mid-century vintage hand-carved wooden Rabbi figurine. Exquisitely crafted in the style of traditional Eastern European and Polish folk art, this unique statue depicts an elder Jewish man with a prominent beard and skullcap, standing reverently behind a stylised carved menorah.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery inch of this piece showcases the artisan’s skill, featuring rich wood grain details, precise chisel work, and a warm, multi-toned stain finish that accentuates the textured lines of the robes and beard, crafted from high-quality wood (such as linden wood) before being finished with specialised wood stains to highlight its deep, expressive textures. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey stem from a complex blend of local folk beliefs, nostalgia for the pre-war Jewish populations, and cultural talismans associated with prosperity or luck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether placed on a mantel, bookshelf, or alongside your holiday display, this character-filled sculpture serves as a meaningful symbol of faith, history, and craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArtist signature underneath\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe carving is structurally sound, with no visible cracks, chips, splits, or repairs. The dark stained finish and the red pigment on the menorah remain vibrant and intact, with only minor natural variations in the wood grain and typical superficial scuffs. The bottom of the figurine is stable, flat, and sits evenly on flat surfaces without wobbling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight: 24cm\u003cbr\u003e\nLength: 8cm\u003cbr\u003e\nWidth: 5cm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TheFoldAntiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58472034468223,"sku":null,"price":95.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/3813\/5743\/files\/il_fullxfull.8551116791_t771.jpg?v=1789899422","url":"https:\/\/thefoldantiques.com\/products\/vintage-hand-carved-wooden-jewish-55720","provider":"TheFoldAntiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}