There are several other names used to describe candle pyramids, including: German pyramid, candle carousel, lightstocks, Windrädchen and table whirligigs. All of these names describe an item that has a central rod with a fan connected to the topmost end. Wind or heat is used to generate motion in the fan.
What are the candle windmills called?
A Weihnachtspyramide - German nativity spinning candle holder - Goodwill NNE.
What are German Christmas decorations called?
Christmas pyramids
What is a German Christmas carousel?
Christmas Carousels are a German tradition with roots in the Ore Mountains. Christmas Carousels are laden with candles and topped with a propeller that attaches to the Christmas Carousels axle. The heat from the candles rises causing the propeller and the internal platforms to spin the Christmas Carousels decor.Feb 8, 2013
What is a Pyramidenkerzen?
Pyramidenkerzen - Pyramid Candles made in Germany for larger Pyramids and candle holders. This is the size most commonly used in the 1960-80's pyramids produced in the GDR with the Expertic label.
What is the meaning of the German Christmas pyramid?
German pyramids or Christmas pyramids are wooden handicrafts that are made by skilled artisans in the Erzgebirge mountain region of Germany. As a result, Germans began placing Christmas trees in their homes as a symbol of their Christian faith, but at first they were traditionally hung upside-down inside the home.
How do the German Christmas pyramids work?
How do they work? The idea is simple, when candles are lit, they heat the air. As hot air rises, it causes the propeller to spin, making the display turn.