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Merino sheep, small set
Made in Seiffen, Germany by Werner Reifentiere
A hand-crafted merino sheep set from Seiffen, Germany: a shepherd, his Kuvasz dog, four sheep, a lamb, and two carved trees made through the rare craft of ring-turning. Perfect for children’s play, Nativity displays, or gifting.
Heritage Revival
Keeps Region Alive
Last of Its Kind
58,80 €
plus shipping costs
Highlight
Reifendrehen technique
The figurines are made using a traditional ring-turning technique called Reifendrehen, where a rotating block of wood is shaped on a lathe and gradually carved into a ring with precise, intentional curves.
What makes this a Keeper
About the Maker
Their Story

Werner Reifentiere keeps alive one of the world’s rarest crafts, Reifendrehen, a centuries-old art from Seiffen, Germany, where spinning rings of Alpine spruce are carved by hand into tiny animals and pyramid chandeliers. Led by Christian Werner and his son Andreas, the family turns wood into small miracles, reminders that patience, faith, and the beauty made by hand never go out of style.
Technical Details
| Attributes | Value |
|---|---|
| Material |
Solid wood – high-quality spruce sourced from the northern slopes of the Austrian Alps. |
| Finish |
non-toxic paints and varnish |
| Designer |
Christian Werner |
Care Instructions
Cleaning
Dust regularly using a soft, dry cloth or a soft-bristled brush. If needed, gently wipe with a lightly damp cloth.
Drying
Avoid soaking the wood. If the figurine becomes wet, dry it immediately with a clean, soft cloth to prevent moisture absorption.
Environment and Storage
Keep your figurines in a stable, moderately humid environment and avoid placing them in direct sunlight or near heat sources. Large humidity or temperature fluctuations can cause the wood to crack or warp.
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if not exclusively at the maker’s location.
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You will receive maintenance advice, and can access our repair and resell services.
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