Stomper .I.

Inspired by Russian trees called STOMPERS.
 
HISTORY:
The Christmas Truce occurred on and around Christmas Day 1914, when the sounds of rifles firing and shells exploding faded in a number of places along the Western Front during World War I in favor of holiday celebrations. During the unofficial ceasefire, soldiers on both sides of the conflict emerged from the trenches and shared gestures of goodwill.
At the first light of dawn on Christmas Day, some German soldiers emerged from their trenches holding tree branches decorated with lights and approached the Allied lines across no-man’s-land, calling out “Merry Christmas” in their enemies’ native tongues. At first, the Allied soldiers feared it was a trick, but seeing the Germans unarmed they climbed out of their trenches and shook hands with the enemy soldiers. The men exchanged presents of cigarettes and plum puddings and sang carols and songs. Some Germans lit Christmas trees around their trenches, and there was even a documented case of soldiers from opposing sides playing a good-natured game of soccer.
 
In honor of the visual of a decorated tree walking (since it was dark and till the soldiers were up close only walking trees were visible) they make these "STOMPERS" as decoration items.
 
**Approximate Dimensions**
HxW(in cms) 36 x 18
 
**About The Gnomes and Gnomids**
Why not give your home a whimsical feel? Each of these gnomes are hand crafted to give a unique touch to your home/patio.
Each one is made from felt/fabric/wool, faux fur, wood and stuffed with poly-pellets & polyfiller. The clay ornamental figurines are used making polymer clay and/or wood. They come in varying heights & sizes. Every one is an individual and unique creation having identities & personalities of their own. They come in pairs or individually, and available to each season or festival and very special. 
 
**Special Gnome Warning**
Owning a gnome is a great privilege and responsibility granted to only a select few. We must look after him or her, otherwise they may well misbehave and act out. Each one is handmade with a lot of passion and built with love and quality materials. He or she will be carefully packed and sent to your home. Quarantine papers have been taken care of so don’t worry. Just settle your gnome into his or her space in your home and enjoy.
 
**Not A Toy**
Please note that this item is not a toy and intended as decoration only.