The original is still the best.
Relieve nostalgic Christmas memories with the Original Swedish Angel Chimes, beautifully crafted in the same meticulous manner and design since 1948.
Children and families throughout the world have abiding memories of the special moment when the Angel Chimes candles are lit, and the flames start flickering signalling that Christmas is upon us.
The history of the European Angel Chimes
The origins of the Angel Chimes start in the fourteenth century when artisans hand crafted rotary chiming ornaments from wood and iron before decorating them by hand.
Derived from the southern European tradition of bringing evergreen branches into the home to ward off the dark and cold of the winter months, and the northern European tradition of using candles to achieve this goal, both the Christmas Pyramid and Angel Chimes combined these traditions and became symbols of the Christmas celebrations.
The forefather of the Christmas Pyramid and Chimes was a construction known as a Lichtergestelle, meaning literally object on which lights are set, and combining evergreen boughs tied together at the top and illuminated with candles.
Over time the Angel Chime designs became more ornate and gradually began to feature the rotating angels and chiming bells with which we are familiar; and to be crafted from metals such tin, pewter and brass.
Cherished by Generations
For over 60 years the Original Swedish Angel Chimes have provided generations of Children with lasting memories of Christmas.
They remember fondly the special moment when the four candles are lit, then the Angels start gently revolving accompanied by the captivating vision of flickering candlelight reflecting on the polished metal. And accompanied by the delicate chiming as the figures slowly revolve. The moment becomes an occasion and a lasting memory is created.
The classic Angel Chimes design is available in Brass and Silver finish; and this year we have re-introduced a new-but-ancient design, which has not been made for many years. Christmas Chimes feature Santa in his Sleigh pulled by four reindeer.
The Original Swedish Angel Chimes.
In the 1940’s a Swedish designer created a simplified Angel Chimes and in 1948 he commenced manufacture of the Original Swedish Angel Chimes.
Whilst the traditional angel-abra were usually made of tin and featured lithography the Swedish Angel Chimes brought a simpler more elegant aesthetic and were constructed from polished brass.
Crafted to the same design ornate and captivating design for over 60 years our skilled craftsmen still construct each Angel Chimes with care and dedication.
The candle holders at the base of the Angel Chimes provide heat which turns a turbine at the top, which in turn powers a series of trumpeting Angels who “fly” around in a circle, striking the bells beneath them and producing the evocative chiming sound.
If you are interested in more information regarding Angel Chime products, contact UK sales manager Mark Hewitt on 07738 578 151
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