Rothenburg O D T Germany Plate Carved Painted Alpine Flowers Wood MCM

Rothenburg O D T Germany Plate Carved Painted Alpine Flowers Wood Mid Century MCM Barvaria Tags * 5 1/4" diameter wood plate carved and painted Rothenburg o.d.t * View of Rothenburge O.D.T ( ob der Tauben) Germany * Original price tags which says Hornburg - Haus is on the backside covering another paper label. * Hand gebrannt which means hand burnt is on the backside, it is also handgemalt which is hand painted * This is a well preserved medieval town in Barvaria with charming architecture and intact city walls. It was a model for the Pinocchio story. * The white flower with a yellow center is a highly significant alpine flower. In folklore young men are said to risk their lives climbing dangerous mountain cliffs to pick the rare Edelweiss flower as proof of dedication and love for the sweet heart. I also remains the mark of a true soldier. * The red and blue flowers is a traditional style of painting, a type of folkart called peasant art. * Rothenburg means Red Mounting and Ob der Tauber = Red Castle Above (the Tauber) * Perfect gift for your sweetheart along with this touching story for it's significance. Thank you for visiting Upstairs Downstairs! We ship Monday through Friday unless the Post Office is closed.