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See more ideas about german nutcrackers, nutcracker christmas and nutcracker. Nutcracker chimney sweep natural colour 26,5 cm 10 inch. The coin that the herr steinbach nutcracker holds represents the new european currency and the future of their homeland. May 11, 2018 my blog about the really cool nutcrackers i make. Our steinbach and christian ulbricht nutcrackers are timeless treasures perfect for a gift or to add to your home or collection. Besides the popular nutcrackers, the steinbach company also produces incense smokers, music boxes and an array or ornaments. With over 175 to choose from, our nutcrackers are the heart of our christmas line and they come in all kinds of different shapes, sizes, styles, themes, and colors ranging from 6 to 24 in height. Get the best deals on german nutcracker when you shop the. Often the nutcracker is the image of authorities from the past. Many limited edition nutcrackers are available please see the product description for details.

Wooden nutcracker black and white jacket and fur hat with stripes 10 inch. We offer them in a multitude of styles, colors and sizes so you can always find the perfect one for you. German traditional gifts handmade wooden art from the erzgebirge in germany. They are responsible for the product concept development, design, manufacture, and quality control at the hohenhameln factory in the northern region of germany. The erzgebirge ore mountains is a low mountain range in the east of germany. Hallmark keepsake 2019 year dated a a christmas story ralphie gets a gift pink bunny. Kurt adler 15 wooden irish nutcracker on shamrock b. Collecting nutcrackers explore the nutcracker tradition. Their beautiful nutcrackers today are among the most popular german treasures. Let one of these great fellows make your holiday memories come alive today.

German nutcrackers authentic nutcrackers from germany. Carrying on the tradition of their german predecessors with their holzknackl nutcrackers, kathe wohlfahrt artists painstakingly create stunning pieces by hand, creating christmas heirlooms for your home. It wasnt until the 1800s that this tradition was known worldwide from the release of the tchaikovsky ballet the nutcracker suite in 1892. According to tradition, nutcrackers represent strength and power, and they are symbols of good luck and goodwill. Buy beautiful and authentic german christmas nutcrackers the exclusive online shop for premium handcrafts made in germany. German nutcrackers from the erzgebirge region of germany are sought by collectors all over the world. Kurt adler hollywood night stars nutcracker, 19inch kurt adler. The frame workshop displays one of the largest selections of authentic german nutcrackers in wisconsin. Produced for generations by skilled german woodcrafters, the first authoritarian nutcracker figures were created by commoners as a. The steinbach family started making nutcrackers in the 1800s. Product 14 brown, red and white tootsie roll wooden christmas nutcracker figure. This nutcracker is outfitted in navy blue attire with a navy hat embellished with silver stars.

They are handpainted using bright colors and they come in different sizes. For over 200 years we have maintained longstanding tradition, passion for detail, creativity and finest. Contact service faq imprint deutsch english portuguese japanese czech christian ulbricht handcrafted in germany since 1928. Humpty dumpty steinbach german nutcracker s857 limited edition. Our traditionally designed nutcrackers come in many different colors, outfits. Really cool nutcrackers blog female doctor, nutcracker.

No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. We offer nutcrackers to fit any decor theme, or area of the house. In legend, the nutcracker possessed miraculous powers, bringing good fortune and protection from evil spirits. What would erzgebirge folkart be without its nutcrackers. Christmas nutcrackers made in germany wooden nutcracker. Standing wooden nutcrackers in the form of soldiers and kings were shown in the sonneberg and erzgebirge regions of germany by 1800 and in 1830, the term nussknacker appeared in the dictionary of the brothers grim. See our collection of white and african american female nutcrackers featuring clara, sugar plum fairies, and ballerinas. This is the first nutcracker in the steinbach millennium nutcracker series. Steinbach handmade german bird hunter nutcracker with box. The nutcracker was first developed around 1870 and is nowadays one of the most famous representatives of the erzgebirge. These german nutcrackers have real character and appeal.

In germany, collectors are mostly concerned that the nutcracker was actually made in the erzgebirge ore mountains region of saxony. Our traditionally designed nutcrackers come in many different colors, outfits and nationalities. Northlight seasonal junior mints wooden christmas nutcracker figure. Get the best deal for german nutcracker from the largest online selection at. Famous persons german nutcrackers, incense smokers.

Originally, christmas nutcrackers were made in erzgebirge which is a mountainous region in germany and were designed to symbolize the upper class, military personnel, and other high authority figures in germany. Discover our online selection of unique christmas nutcrackers, offering quality craftsmanship and longstanding tradition for an unbeatable price. Especially kings, soldiers and gendarmes are often used as a model. Traditional soldier nutcrackers nutcracker ballet gifts. Figurative nutcrackers are a good luck symbol in germany, and a folktale recounts that a puppetmaker won a nutcracking challenge by creating a doll with a mouth for a lever to crack the nuts.

Mar 10, 2019 the nutcracker ballet greatly popularized the nutcracker. Nutcrackers were mainly popular in germany to begin with, and were crafted in the erzgebirge mountain regions. Kg we are one of the biggest manufacturer of original erzgebirge folk art. Today, many people collect themed nutcrackers, displaying them during the holidays or even throughout the year. Lily, woman with handbag nutcracker by kwo kunstgewerbewerkstatten in. Check out our pink breast cancer awareness nutcrackers, sports bottle, and mugs. A portion from each purchase goes to organizations trying to find a cure for breast cancer. Read on to learn more about the history of the nutcracker and how they evolved into todays form. Breast cancer nutcrackers and more nutcracker ballet gifts. Not being bound by tradition and rules, these jolly character nutcrackers are both fun and winsome and the handwork is superb. You can show only products from one manufacturer using the below dropdown.

Karolin steinbach at christmas treasures september 2010. History of german nutcrackers get a nutcracker for your home. Of impact force, pressure, slingshots and cracking nuts. This santa nutcracker is covered in genuine swarovski crystals and is part of a new generation of nutcrackers made in germany by the respected erzgebirge firm, kwo. A small garage business that makes custom nutcrackers, traditional nutcrackers, holiday nutcrackers.

Explore our diversity and enjoy our products, because. The more elaborate their decorations, the stronger their powers. The steinbach family has endured persecution, relocation and a world of other trials in their nearly 200 years of production. Build your familys traditions with that perfect one today. Standing wooden nutcrackers in the form of soldiers and kings were shown in the. Shop our best selection of christmas nutcrackers to reflect your style and inspire your home this time of year. Ornativity nutcrackers hanging ornament figures christmas mini wooden king and soldier nutcracker ornativity. We create sport themed nutcrackers for your childs bedroom or the family room, chef nutcrackers for the kitchen, princess and lady nutcrackers for little girls rooms, soldiers and. Nutcrackers the quintessential icon of christmas, the nutcracker dates back to the early 18th century.

The name steinbach is recognized all over the world for the unique design of their wood carved steinbach nutcracker. For over 200 years we have maintained longstanding tradition, passion for detail, creativity and finest materials in our worldfamous nutcrackers. The festive kurt adler hollywood night stars nutcracker is a joyful and fun way to add to cheer your holiday decor. A woman carefully assembles wooden ornaments at the steinbach factory. Nutcracker village veterinarian wood 10 tall original box wooden cat dog bird. Onenutcracker from anri has eyes that change colors from blue to brown when you lift the lever. Germanmade nutcrackers are figurines or wooden dolls traditionally made to resemble toy soldiers, royalties, miners, and tradesmen. There are no limits to the forms that nutcrackers take. As a very special gift we recommend steinbach nutcrackers limited editions, kwo mozart orchestra, schwibbogen dresdner frauenkirche and christmas pyramids with. Simply steinbach christmas nutcracker german nutcrackers. Nutcrackers in the form of wood carvings of a soldier, knight, king, or other profession have existed since at least the 15th century. The nutcracker ballet greatly popularized the nutcracker. New ownership of this wellknown firm occurred in 2016.

Wood nutcrackers in germany have been in use since the 14th or 15th century. These nutcrackers portray a person with a large mouth. The most popular origin story of nutcrackers in germany is that a wealthy farmer wanted to improve his productivity and was frustrated by the slow process of shelling nuts and offered a reward for the best solution. We carry many sizes, including hardtofind giant nutcrackers, as well as styles such as decorative, sports team, and character nutcrackers. I had a nutcracker or two growing up, gaily dressed as soldiers and watching over me as i slept. Other creative antique nutcrackers feature glass and ivory eyes. For example, find a walnutshaped nutcracker in germany. Classic and colorful, our handcrafted nutcrackers bring oldworld christmas spirit to any space, while our assortment of fun, updated designs adds a playful feel to holiday decor. These traditional german nutcrackers were made in seiffen germany, in the erzgebirge mountains where the wooden nutcracker was first made back in 1872. The most common nutcracker is the in the form of a wooden soldier, which weve had for about 200 years now. Steinbachgerman nutcrackers, steinbach nutcrackers, steinbach nutcracker, smokers, chubbys, minis, ornaments, herr christian steinbach, german nutcrackers. Every family should have at least one handcrafted traditional german nutcracker. Nutcrackers the finest in german made nutcrackers from christian ulbricht, christian steinbach, richard glasser, kwo, muller and many other firms from the erzgebirgische ore mountain region.

Most of these nutcrackers have been signed by the previous family owner, karla steinbach. The rocket ship symbolizes that the steinbachs witnessed the beginning of the space age and the first encounters in space travel. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Nutcrackers are a huge part of christmas decorating. Thanksgiving nutcrackers a collection of thanksgiving nutcrackers. The most effective and longlasting nutcrackers are made with a solid metal plate and a rubber cap. Rare steinbach lady liberty limited edition german nutcracker s1666. Kathe wohlfahrt online shop nutcrackers nutcracker in. Youll find plenty of beautiful hollywood kurt adler nutcrackers perfect for your christmas decor.

When the holiday ballet became popular in the united states in the early 1950s, demand for nutcrackers increased tremendously. Steinbach nutcrackers are the most popular german nutcrackers in the world and are handed down to future generations. The erzgebirgepalace offers the complete world of the german erzgebirge folkart to collectors and enthusiasts of traditional wooden gifts and woodcarving decorations made in germany. However, nutcracking devices have had a longstemming evolution for a few thousand years. German nutcrackers christmas nutcrackers from germany. Erzgebirge regions of germany by 1800 and in 1830, the term nussknacker. It lies in the south of the german state saxonia and nowadays is certainly one of the most beautiful and. German nutcrackers really crack nuts 100% handmade. Buy german christmas nutcracker santa claus 30, 0 cm 12 inches authentic german erzgebirge nutcrackers christian ulbricht.

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