Description:
A charming pair of mid-century hand-carved wooden figurines depicting an elderly man and woman in traditional rural attire. Each figure is individually carved from solid hardwood, then hand-painted in earthy tones with subtle detailing that highlights their expressive faces, clothing folds, and character-filled stance.
These figures belong to a well-known tradition of European folk carving, produced primarily in regions of Germany, Austria, and Scandinavia between the 1950s–1970s. The style – including the faceted carving marks, humorous facial expressions, and stylised posture – is consistent with workshop and cottage-industry carving from Alpine and Nordic craft traditions.
Sold as a pair, they present beautifully as a vignette: the woman holding a basket, dressed in her patterned blouse and headscarf; the man in his red check shirt, vest, and cap, hands in pockets with a relaxed, rustic posture. Together they form a warm and nostalgic representation of village life.
 
Features:
• Era: 1950s–1970s
• Origin: Germany, Austria, or Scandinavian folk-art region
• Heights: approx. 13-14 cm (see photos with ruler)
• Hand-carved and individually painted
• Traditional rural clothing & expressive character styling
• Sold as a pair (man + woman)
 
Construction / Materials:
• Solid carved hardwood
• Hand-applied paint with light varnish finish
• Carved block bases for stable display
 
Condition:
Good vintage condition with expected age-related wear. Minor paint losses, handling marks, and natural wood imperfections throughout, consistent with handmade mid-century carvings. No breaks or structural damage. Colours remain warm and well-preserved. Displays attractively as a matching pair.
 
A warm, character-rich duo that embodies the charm of mid-century European folk carving — ideal for collectors of rustic figurines, Alpine craftwork, or expressive hand-carved character pieces.