Animal Easter eggs
Christmas eggs with animal ornaments for a cozy Easter
Pysanky, or hand-painted eggs, have always been the main symbol of Easter in Ukraine. Each region has its own distinctive colors and patterns. The most recognizable is the Petrykivka painting, which is why it is included in the UNESCO Intangible Heritage List. The Petrykivka painting is characterized by bright colors, floral ornaments, and, of course, animal images. Everything in the rich nature of central Ukraine inspires its masters.
Thus, Ukrgifts.com shop has collected decorations with a double symbolism in this category: an egg, which is a symbol of life, rebirth, and well-being, is decorated with fanciful images of fairy-tale animals.
What do animals on wooden eggs symbolize?
Pets have always lived close to humanity, and it is not surprising that artists decorate everything around them with pictures of them: dishes, furniture, and, of course, pysanky, the main decoration of the Easter table. Usually, hand-painted decorations are applied to ordinary boiled eggs, but if you want to preserve the beauty for a long time, a wooden base is better: it is light, eco-friendly, and durable.
Here are some of the most common images typical of Petrykivka painting:
- Rooster - a symbol of the beginning of a new day, the sun, victory over evil and darkness
- Chicken - motherhood, care, comfort
- Swan - beauty, harmony, and loyalty
- Horse - strength, energy, freedom and wealth
- Rabbit is the main symbol of Easter. It represents fertility, wealth, and nature that wakes up and returns to life after winter.
Ukrgifts.com shop has collected Easter eggs with all these animals in this section. You just have to choose the one that suits you.
Our Easter eggs features
We are proud that each decoration in our store is unique and is more like a piece of art than the banal decor that fills mass markets before Easter:
- Each egg is unique. Everything, from the wooden blank to the bright patterns and funny animals, is handcrafted by talented Ukrainian artists.
- The tradition of a somewhat naive and fairy-tale ornament has been developing for centuries. These symbols carry good wishes and bring good luck.
- In this section, you will find not only traditional eggs but also some unusual ones. They have ears, legs, and a tail that turns them into funny wooden toys. Kids are absolutely delighted with such cute rabbits or cats.
- These are real works of art that are appreciated by collectors. This handmade egg is not just an ordinary Easter decor. This is the beginning of your collection, which you can expand every year.
Pysankas are not just an Easter table decoration
If you think that Easter eggs are just for decorating a festive meal, we're ready to argue with you. Here are some options that don't immediately come to mind:
- A gift for family and friends who live far away from you. A wooden egg is very compact, lightweight, and unbreakable. Send it by mail as an original greeting.
- A surprise for children. Just imagine the joy of your children when they find these decorations with colorful animals instead of ordinary eggs during the traditional search for hidden eggs.
- A collector's item or a family heirloom. Over time, handmade Easter eggs only grow in value, so you can not only start your own collection but also pass on the artwork to your children and grandchildren. Eggs do not fade or spoil over time.
Ukrgifts.com shop wishes you a warm and cozy Easter, and we are sure that the decorations in this category will help to make it exactly that.
