Garden gnomes are a very common type of statue in gardens. They can be purchased individually or even together with Snow White. They are placed in green spaces, perhaps under a plant or in a corner of the bare garden. Garden dwarfs are sculptures made of plastic, terracotta, or ceramic. All three of these materials are still resistant if placed outdoors, but in any case they must be fixed to the ground to prevent the wind from damaging them.
The dwarf is a small, colorful statue represented with a white beard and a red cap. In this case, we refer to the structure of the classic garden gnome, but on the market it is also possible to find statues of dwarves dressed in overcoats of various colors. The expression of garden dwarves is usually cheerful, over time this statue has also taken on different expressions and different poses. Furthermore, the garden gnome, together with the function of a statue, can also associate that of a lamp. Thanks to the new solar energy lamp systems, next to the nano, a small solar cell is positioned, which captures the sun’s rays and which will then transform the collected heat into energy and ensure that the lamp, placed at the end of the nano , light up.
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The history of the garden gnomes begins in the 18th century in Germany, when Sir Charles Isham imported twenty-one terracotta figures from England and placed them in his garden. Since then, the habit of embellishing the garden with these statues began to develop. This cute gnome is still considered a garden statue capable of reviving its outdoor space. There are those who prefer to buy all seven dwarfs, while those who prefer to take only a couple perhaps depicting a somewhat particular pose. Over time this statue may also discolour, and then it will need to be repainted in order to revive it.
Probably, over time it was decided to continue the tradition of inserting garden dwarfs precisely because they represent an element that belongs to the world of fantasy, because they are linked to the tale of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, a fanciful tale that still fascinates children today. This is why garden gnomes continue to generate so much interest. These are statues that among other things, beyond the chosen material, still have a fairly affordable cost, which increases if the garden gnome also acts as a lamp. Some prefer to place them on bases made from cut tree trunks, while others place them directly on the ground. They represent a type of decoration that manages to put those who observe the garden in a good mood. The owner himself, after the first purchase, could feel ‘overwhelmed’ by the desire to buy the entire collection. Thus it seems to create a small fairy garden, where the gnomes hide in the bushes.
Among other things, the gnome, the elf or the elf have become symbols of good luck, therefore, together with the aesthetic factor we can also combine that linked to popular tradition. It might also be interesting to think of giving garden gnomes as a good luck gift. There are also those who say that these statues are placed in the garden with the function of defending the house. On the dwarfs legend and popular culture come together, the fact remains that the garden dwarfs are an outdoor furnishing accessory that many find interesting.
They can be purchased in gardening shops, large shopping centers, but also in shops that deal with outdoor furniture. An element that undoubtedly distinguishes your garden, which however may not find the consent of all, as some prefer to have a very minimalist garden. Since the choice of whether or not to insert the garden gnomes is completely personal, everyone must feel free to surround themselves with what they like best, in order to have an outdoor space that can also reflect their personality.
In any case, the garden gnomes cheer up with their bright colors, bringing a touch of color even when the winter gray strips the plants leaving the green space unadorned. Those who wish not to fix the garden gnomes to the ground, in order to be able to store them inside the house during the winter, can use them as a statue behind a veranda, and the effect will certainly be more interesting if the garden gnome also has a lamp that will light up. Based on this it can be seen that the garden dwarf is still a strongly decorative element, in particular for the outdoor space, which will capture the attention of anyone and not just the little ones. A purchase that cannot be surpassed by any other similar statue, considering that they continue to survive in Italian gardens since the 18th century.
The dwarves in the tradition are saving and magical elements; in some countries they represent a cultural heritage and are considered lucky charms.
In the garden they become a nice piece of furniture, capable of giving new life to the garden, to the full and to the green thanks to their colors. They are placed in a scattered way in the garden, in order to create a path that makes them visible. garden gnomes are nothing more than nice gnomes that are placed in many gardens especially to make them less formal.They are mainly made of plastic, ceramic or terracotta.The ceramic and terracotta ones are obviously more delicate and can therefore be subject to greater wear and deterioration, as well as breaking or chipping easily.
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