There are many designs, including levers, screws, and ratchets. It is a confederate soldier from the civil war era. They were often depicted as kings or gendarmes, but the most famous figure of the nineteenth century is the soldier, who was made famous by the story the nutcracker by e. Germanmade nutcrackers are figurines or wooden dolls traditionally made to resemble toy soldiers, royalties, miners, and tradesmen. Although seiffen in the erzgebirge region of germany is generally considered the birthplace of the wooden toy soldier nutcracker, many authorities believe it first appeared in sonnenberg in the thuringia region of germany. Nutcrackers deemed collectibles are valued on age, brand name, material, rarity, and craftsmanship. Our collection includes both traditional and unconventional nutcrackers. Collecting nutcrackers explore the nutcracker tradition. This nutcracker was made in germany by holzkunst christian ulbricht. German nutcrackers authentic nutcrackers from germany. German christmas nutcracker guard soldier 30 cm 12. German made nutcrackers are figurines or wooden dolls traditionally made to resemble toy soldiers, royalties, miners, and tradesmen. It was designed and made by susan and walter milford but sold as a chirstopher radko piece.
Carver karl rappl of oberammergau, germany, has made three special nutcrackers specifically for the leavenworth museum. By giving these authorities the character and look of a nutcracker the erzgebirge craftsmen expressed some protest and criticism without risking their lives. These traditional german nutcrackers were made in seiffen germany, in the erzgebirge mountains where the wooden nutcracker was first made back in 1872. Vintage wooden original erzgebirge soldier nutcracker made in germany. This nutcracker soldier is dressed in his traditional uniform, ready to protect your home and look good doing it. German traditional gifts handmade wooden art from the erzgebirge in germany. Shop our best selection of soldiers kings nutcrackers to reflect your style and inspire your home this time of year.
The gold finished glasses were designed for the ulbricht limited edition santa nutcracker 000295. The idea of a limited nutcracker produced an overwhelming response because it contributed to the collectability of the nutcrackers and greatly increased their value. Captain smithsigned steinbach german nutcracker s1687 limited edition wbox. Nutcracker dolls, also known as christmas nutcrackers, are decorative nutcracker figurines most commonly made to resemble a toy soldier. A wellknown type portrays a person whose mouth forms the jaws of the nutcracker, though many of these are meant for decoration. Today, many people collect themed nutcrackers, displaying them during the holidays or even throughout the year. Germany tour 2011 owners of christmas treasures patrick and nancy with karolin steinbach and karla steinbach on location in hohenhameln, germany where steinbach nutcrackers are handcrafted and made in germany.
Build your familys traditions with that perfect one today. Steinbach chubby oktoberfest man german wood christmas nutcracker octoberfest. For over 200 years we have maintained longstanding tradition, passion for detail, creativity and finest. The steinbach family made their fortune mining, but their legacy is in nutcrackers. The style has points on either side of the frame and is available in a gold or natural wood finish. Nutcracker made from german timber, 37 cm high, a soldier with a uniform and hat.
However, the most popular nutcracker remains the wooden nutcracker doll presented as a christmas gift to clara. Often the nutcracker is the image of authorities from the past. The wooden soldier comes to life on christmas night and protects the little marie with a. Typical motifs are state authorities like kings, soldiers and policemen. Remember your german roots by displaying this traditional item. In 1872, wilhelm fuchtner made the first commercial production of the wooden nutcrackers. Ornaments free delivery possible on eligible purchases. Figures illuminated bavarianstyle led christmas nutcracker soldier statue led.
They are handpainted using bright colors and they come in different sizes. Every family should have at least one handcrafted traditional german nutcracker. Soldier pine cone staff christmas holiday nutcracker for sale online german christmas. Featuring fun elements like removable steak and bratwurst, the christian ulbricht bbq nutcracker combines a classic holiday piece and modern amenities. See more ideas about german nutcrackers, nutcracker christmas and. The standing wooden soldier nutcracker, the iconic nutcracker that we know today, was first made in the sonneberg and ezerberge regions of eastern germany in the early 19 th century. The first limited edition nutcracker piece was king ludwig ii, which was limited to 3000 pieces. Unfollow nutcrackers made in germany to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Frequently asked questions at the leavenworth nutcracker. Replacement parts for ulbricht nutcrackers and smokers.
Made in germany by holzkunst christian ulbricht sold in painted gold or natural wood 3 x 1 inches 7,5 x 2,5 cm. With sticker erzgebirgische volkskunst, rabbit fur hair and beard. Nutcracker bbq king limited edition 17 inch plus shipping. They sold the festive dolls at christmas markets around germany, but as it was unusual for a household to have more than one nutcracker, they eventually began to expand their sales strategy to include outside of germany in the early 19 th century.
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. I had a nutcracker or two growing up, gaily dressed as soldiers and. Germany figural soldier nutcracker christmas ornament hand painted mercury glass. Holzknackl nutcracker vtg wooden original from the rothenburger weihnachtswer. Get the best deals on german nutcracker when you shop the largest online selection at. You can show only products from one manufacturer using the below dropdown.
New listing antique hand carved bavarian nut cracker wood wooden. For the finished product, come to where we have a wide variety of handmade nutcrackers imported from germany. Dressed as a soldier, it is crushed by claras jealous brother, fritz. 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. Today many wooden toy soldier nutcrackers are manufactured in germany to meet the demands of. In german tradition, the dolls are symbols of good luck, frightening away malevolent spirits. Our steinbach and christian ulbricht nutcrackers are timeless treasures perfect for a gift or to add to your home or collection. The leavenworth nutcracker museum shows an 1880 miner of wilhelm fuchtner along with a miner presently made in the fuchtner family workshops. The nutcracker was first developed around 1870 and is nowadays one of the most famous representatives of the erzgebirge.
The steinbach family made their fortune mining, but their legacy is in. Steinbach pumpkin grower german wood christmas nutcracker made in germany. In legend, the nutcracker possessed miraculous powers, bringing good fortune and protection from evil spirits. Nutcracker vintage wooden soldier made in german democratic republic. Find the perfect seasonal decor at hayneedle, where you can buy online while you explore our room designs and curated looks for. German nutcrackers really crack nuts 100% handmade.
The more elaborate their decorations, the stronger their powers. Christmas nutcrackers made in germany wooden nutcracker. German nutcracker cowardly lion limited edition piece made by. Product 12 decorative wooden green red and blue christmas nutcracker. Especially kings, soldiers and gendarmes are often used as a model. While nearly all nutcrackers from before the first half of the 20th century are functional, a significant proportion of modern nutcrackers are primarily decorative. The german author jacob grimm 17851865 described nutcrackers as idols that are made to exorcize evil spirits. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Handcrafted and handpainted in the ore mountains, saxony classic german craftsmanship. German nutcrackers from the erzgebirge region of germany are sought by collectors all over the world.
See more ideas about vintage, german nutcrackers and red and white flag. Karl is a 6foot carved nutcracker of a beerdrinking bavarian. For over 200 years we have maintained longstanding tradition, passion for detail, creativity and finest materials in our worldfamous nutcrackers. This traditional christmas decoration fits well in any home and will never go out of style. A nutcracker is a tool designed to open nuts by cracking their shells. Christian ulbricht nutcracker nutracker enjoying his day off with a bbq ltd edition pcs made in germany. Money back guarantee ensures you receive the item you ordered or get your money back. If you are looking for a classic german version, many are still produced in germany and they traditionally wood, depicting soldiers and kings.
For more photos of the germany tour 2011 check out our facebook page. At christmas central, we carry a wide variety of nutcracker decorations. Vintage erzgebirge wooden nutcracker of soldier germany. Please see the photos for more details and thank you for. According to tradition, nutcrackers represent strength and power, and they are symbols of good luck and goodwill. Get the best deal for german nutcracker from the largest online selection at. Mr easter bunny playing the accordion german wooden nutcracker made in. German roots nutcrackers were first made in germany and the highest quality nutcrackers are still made by hand in germany. Store nutcrackers ulbricht natural nutcracker soldier. Buy beautiful and authentic german christmas nutcrackers the exclusive online shop. Buy german christmas nutcracker guard soldier 30 cm 12 inch authentic german erzgebirge nutcrackers kwo. Christian ulbricht nutcracker soldier small natural. Nm the history of nutcrackers leavenworth nutcracker museum.
Rappl had previously carved a 6foot clown nutcracker that the wagners. Contact service faq imprint deutsch english portuguese japanese czech christian ulbricht handcrafted in germany since 1928. Kwo germany erzgebirgische volkskunst nutcracker real fur soldier 11 vintage hand painted germany nutcracker soldier with a sword,he is 11 tall. What would erzgebirge folkart be without its nutcrackers. Milfordradko proof of the winter dream santa nutcracker. Find that perfect traditional nutcracker for your home and get that christmas spirit.
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