About Our Store
Our goal is to make it easy for you
to buy distinctive folk art, traditional toys, miniatures and
decorative accessories -- gifts that you can give joyously to the
special people in your life. Gifts that will delight and speak to the
heart. Gifts that will spread light and cheer, and last for years to
come.
The name of our
business, "ÂAuthentics,"Â says something about our focus. We sell things
we like ourselves -- we think you will like them, too. We go in for
simple design, traditional colors, folk themes, vernacular materials.
Many of our gifts are on the "endangered species list" of folk design
aesthetics. If you buy them, we want you to do so because they appeal
to you and because you like them. Know also that, through your
purchase, you are helping revive traditional forms of artisanry from
the last two centuries that have slipped into obscurity. So buy it.
Share it. And enjoy it! But also feel good because your purchase is a
vote for Âhandmade over mass-produced.Â
We are familiar with many of the people
who make these delightful objects, and with the region of Germany where
they live. Their work combines elements of art and craft. They use
local materials and work from old patterns. Some of them have been
formally trained. But more importantly, nearly all of them grew up
learning traditional techniques and design in communities where folk
artisanry was treasured. They operate out of family workshops and craft
their products individually or in small runs.
We hope you are satisfied
in every way with your purchase. If so, tell other people about our
shop and encourage them to take a look. Bookmark our site and be sure
to stop back yourself! We add new treasures as we find them. You are
sure to see something interesting!
Merry Christmas and a peaceful New Year,
- Your friends at Authentics
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