Original Erzgebirge
Carousels or windmills work when the heat from candles rises through the fan blades and turns the platforms with the figures. They are pretty, come in lots of sizes, and make an interesting Christmas feature.
They are made of soft wood that burns easily. If the candles are to big or if the carousel stops turning for some reason, the heat will quickly scorch the fan blades.
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A German Carousel in Motion |