Smoking man railroad manager by Karl Werner

Smoking man trainmaster by Karl Werner from Sayda in the Ore Mountains

The smoking man trainmaster by Karl Werner: A tribute to times gone by

In the picturesque landscape of the Ore Mountains, known for its deep-rooted tradition of wooden art, the manufacturer Karl Werner creates true works of art. One of these is the incense smoker railroad foreman, a figure, that takes us back to the times, when the railroad foreman was a key figure at every station. Equipped with traditional work clothes, trowel and punch,this incense smoker lovingly brings the past to life.

A piece of Erzgebirge craftsmanship

Made in Sayda, in the heart of the Erzgebirge, The little smoker railroad foreman is representative of the high art of craftsmanship in this region. Karl Werner, a master of his trade, uses only local woods for his figures, such as maple, beech, alder, ash, spruce, lime and pine. The color scheme is chosen in such a way, that the figure is not only a Christmas decoration, but an enrichment for every home all year round. It is the attention to detail, that distinguishes the smokers of the series "professions" and makes the railroad foreman special.

Tradition meets modern living ambience

Although the smoker train master is deeply rooted in tradition, it also finds its place in modern living ambiences. With a height of 21 cm and a width and length of 8 cm each, it is a discreet, but effective eye-catcher. It fits perfectly on windowsills, shelves or the desk and emits, as soon as an incense candle is lit, a pleasant scent, that is reminiscent of the Advent season and at the same time creates a cozy atmosphere. The incense burner will become an indispensable companion through the winter months and beyond.

As an original Karl Werner product, the Smoking Man Railway Master is not only a testimony to Erzgebirge craftsmanship, but also a piece of cultural history. It reminds us of the importance of tradition and craftsmanship in an increasingly fast-paced world and is a wonderful gift for anyone, who values this heritage.