This handcrafted wooden doorstop of a resting dog was made by artisan Christian Runggaldier under the family label “Janon Italy,” based in Ortisei, Val Gardena, an Italian region renowned for its centuries-old woodcarving tradition. Runggaldier’s work reflects the rich artistic heritage of the area.
Carved from solid wood, the piece combines rustic simplicity with expressive detail, transforming a functional object into a collectible representation of cultural heritage—a fine example of Alpine folk art.
By Christian Runggaldier, Janon, 1960s-1980s
Val Gardena, Italy
H 2 ¾”x L 6 ½”
VGT- Excellent
This handcrafted wooden doorstop of a resting dog was made by artisan Christian Runggaldier under the family label “Janon Italy,” based in Ortisei, Val Gardena, an Italian region renowned for its centuries-old woodcarving tradition. Runggaldier’s work reflects the rich artistic heritage of the area.
Carved from solid wood, the piece combines rustic simplicity with expressive detail, transforming a functional object into a collectible representation of cultural heritage—a fine example of Alpine folk art.
By Christian Runggaldier, Janon, 1960s-1980s
Val Gardena, Italy
H 2 ¾”x L 6 ½”
VGT- Excellent
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