German Christmas Pyramid: Santa, Snowman, & ChildOne of Germany's most enchanting Christmas traditions is the candle lit pyramid, which families often place in the front window of their homes for passersby to see. Santa Claus and enough toys for a whole big family of kids revolve around a lovely handcarved tree. Stars are painted on the main support, which itself is painted a lovely shade of green. This pyramid is handmade by the artisans of the Richard Glaesser Company in Seiffen in the heart of