They dont take up as much space as the regular size nutcracker, but are just as delightful in design and decor. At one time, there were over 100 procedures that took up to four years to prepare the wood and manufacture the nutcracker. He loved to travel to the us and meet with collectors on his signing tours and was devoted to his magical nutcrackers. This blueeyed 17 santa nutcracker is dressed in a fleecetrimmed red wrap coat. The prices will reflect any of the missing pieces, broken pieces or other flaws i found. Steinbach nutcrackers are handcrafted and some pieces not exactly the same during production runs at the factory in germany. Christian steinbach nutcrackers the christmas sleigh.
The generalized tonnetz dmitri tymoczko princeton university. Buy products related to steinbach nutcrackers and see what customers say about steinbach nutcrackers on. Unlike the regular steinbach nutcrackers, which continue to be reproduced, the limited edition pieces are only available for a certain amount of time. I have at least 100 wooden nutcrackers that i have collected for over 15 years now. Especially kings, soldiers and gendarmes are often used as a model. Authentic german christmas nutcrackers erzgebirge palace. We are also pleased to announce the release of the fourth nutcracker in the songs of the season series featuring a musical drummer. For over 200 years we have maintained longstanding. 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.
Steinbach north pole series limited edition nutcrackers. As a very special gift we recommend steinbach nutcrackers limited editions, kwo mozart orchestra, schwibbogen dresdner frauenkirche and christmas pyramids with. I have drummers, kings, soldiers, and 1 princess and many more. What would erzgebirge folkart be without its nutcrackers. All steinbach nutcrackers are handcrafted in germany. Originally from austria, the family, over the centuries, has been forced to relocate many times due to wars and other circumstances.
The history of the steinbach nutcracker family starts in 1284 with erwin steinbach, a famous architect and master builder who lived in strasburg, germany. These figures both represent singlestep or parsimonious voice leading. Steinbach nutcrackers are perhaps the most recognized of all hand crafted nutcrackers produced in germany and are collected by thousands in the united states and around the world. For auction is a christian steinbach napoleon nutcracker. High to low click on the image or text below to go to that section. Steinbach limited edition nutcracker series our steinbach limited editions are designed exclusively for kurt adler and cannot be found at any mass merchants. Decorative nutcrackers in the form of wooden carvings of a soldier, knight, king, or other profession have existed since at least the 15th century. Steinbach mini nutcracker section bavarian shopping mall. Name price kaes1982 yes virginia steinbach santa nutcracker perhaps one of the most well know christmas stories of americana history, where a little girl named virginia writes to the newspaper asking if there really is a santa. Steinbach, gouvy, a village in the municipality of gouvy. The steinbach name has carried on and the erzgebirge, germany business continues to design, carve and create the acclaimed steinbach nutcrackers. Jan 27, 2011 i have at least 100 wooden nutcrackers that i have collected for over 15 years now.
Depends on which christmas markets you are visiting. Just one for instance kathe wolfhart has a huge selection of all types of christmas items, including steinach, kwo, ulbright and other nutcrackers. Christmas nutcrackers made in germany wooden nutcracker. Sale coupon code 530 enter in shopping cart, this coupon code does not apply to all items. These happy and stout little chubbies are only about threefourths the size of the traditional nutcrackers. Get the best deals on christmas nutcrackers 1946 1990. The more elaborate their decorations, the stronger their powers.
Please do not forget that prieces are always only one part of the medal especially the mint condition of the piece gives the other side. Shop our best selection of christmas nutcrackers to reflect your style and inspire your home this time of year. Steinbach am attersee, in the district of vocklabruck. This nutcracker is the third in the series, stands 15 and. Steinbach nutcrackers world famous made in germany. Steinbach nutcrackerprice list 2005 we like to give you an general overview of the corresponding price ranges of most of the large steinbach nutcrackers, which are given in the internet. The night before christmas series we have placed steinbach s night before christmas series within this same section for the the moment. Steinbach nutcrackers gift shop marienberg, sachsen. Signed christian steinbach nutcrackers still available below herr christian steinbach passed away on february 26, 2007. Steinbach nutcrackers christmasandcollectiblesonline.
Steinbach steinbach nutcrackers at replacements, ltd. Two turtledoves sit comfortably on a branch of holly leaves and berries on santas hat. We are not really collectors, we just delighted in bringing out the nutcrackers into our nonsmoking home every december, then packing them back away. Famous persons german nutcrackers, incense smokers. The detail is so exact and the fabric cloak is very well made. To be able to use steinbach german nutrackers official in full range, we recommend activating javascript in your browser. The erzgebirgepalace offer over 600 different nutcrackers by renown manufacturers from the erzgebirge including christian ulbricht nutcracker, steinbach, kwo olbernhau, richard. The steinbach family started making nutcrackers in 1832 by purchasing a timber yard and operating a wood sawmill, which ran initially by water power and then by steam power. 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. Steinbach nutcracker price list 2005 bavarian shopping mall.
Darth vader and master yoda have been discontinued, we have limited inventories of both in stock, order now if you want one or they are gone forever. Often the nutcracker is the image of authorities from the past. Vintage erzgebirge german nutcracker wooden handcrafted chimney sweep. Make offer vintage original steinbach soldier guard nutcracker german handmade 16 tall.
I was wondering if anyone could tell me how i can tell how much nutcrackers are worth these days or maybe a site that i can look them up on. Kurt adler exclusive limited edition, steinbach nutcracker, 1822h brand new in original box with all tags, introduced 1998, retired signed by herr christian steinbach approximately 17 tall made in germany of wood by the steinbach factory. Originally from austria, the steinbach family history dates back to the th century. Steinbach was a very renowned architect and built the muenster of strasbourg in 1284. Welcome to the steinbach nutcracker suite thetradition goes on with great new designs here you will find nutcrackers of all sizes and models from steinbach. Steinbach nutcrackers, marienberg, sachsen, germany.
Featured items newest items bestselling alphabetical. Find highquality, namebrand products in a variety of departments including bath and body, bed, craft supplies, furniture, holiday and home decor, luggage, outdoors, pets, small appliances and toys. Where to find steinbach nutcrackers nuremberg forum. Steinbach nutcrackers have been in production for centuries. Steinbach was a famous architect and built the muenster dome in strasbourg france during the. Its the difference between a disposable piece that falls apart over time and a family heirloom one hands down from one generation to the next. Some of them are already retired and thus increasing very fast in value. Steinbach nutcracker production in germany youtube. Retiredsteinbach nutcracker designs these steinbach nutrackers do come withwestgermany stamp and hangtag due to the long and returning wishlist for very old steinbach nutcrackers we do have now a new section which focus only on very old and retired pieces. Nutcrackers below 40 cm16 nutcrackers 4060cm1624 nutcrackers above 60 cm24 smokers. For over 200 years we have maintained longstanding tradition, passion for detail, creativity and finest materials in our worldfamous nutcrackers. Oktoberfesthaus firmly believes this to be true and we think every family should have at least one nutcracker to bring your household joy. The classicnutcracker comes in the size of 16 up to 18 inches.
These nutcrackers portray a person with a large mouth which the. The world famous steinbach nutcrackers are produced in the german erzgebirge region. They are the as nice as the big ones and also very exclusive due to their limited edition. Jack douthett and peter steinbachs 1998 chordbased chickenwire torus. A long history the steinbach woodworking and nutcracker history is long and filled with traditional german craftsmanship that has been maintained since th century germany. Learn more about the world famous erzgebirge nutcrackers made by steinbach history of the steinbach nutcracker. Steinbach nutcrackers the steinbach family began making nutcrackers in the 1800s. New listing antique hand carved bavarian nut cracker wood wooden. The decorative nutcracker has been a popular german novelty piece for over 200 years now. Then in 2015, the family had to file for bankruptcy and closed their workshops. Steinbach, steinbach nutcrackers replacements, ltd.
According to the late great herr steinbach of steinbach gmbh, a nutcracker is a symbolic figure, one that gives happiness and protects your family. The five pitchers and bowls arranged around the wheel are turned and carved wood. Our tradition of hand carving each nutcracker continues today at our factory in germany. The following year, 2005, steinbach introduced the second nutcracker of the steinbach 12 days of christmas nutcracker series, part two of the 12 days of christmas es1882. Buy direct and safe steinbach nutcrackers from the original manufacturer in germany. About us our story news tel 14809682272 fax 14809669827. Steinbach nutcrackers embody the cycle of life, as the seed of a nut falls to the ground, it grows into a strong tree, living over hundreds of years nourishing the woodcutters and woodcrafters.
Hello and welcome to the steinbach limited edition nutcracker section here you will find variouslimited nutcrackers out of different series from the manufacturer steinbach. Holzknackl nutcracker vtg wooden original from the rothenburger weihnachtswer. I think you can order new steinbach boxes and replacement parts from the steinbach german factory or from other online sources. Particularly seiffen is internationally famous for wooden erzgebirge handcrafts. He is missed by the collectors and all that met him. Whimsical, artistic and downright adorable, nutcrackers have been a tradition heralding the onset of the christmas season for many, many years.
In legend, the nutcracker possessed miraculous powers, bringing good fortune and protection from evil spirits. The nutcracker was packed in the original steinbach box with extra bubble wrap and packed in a larger box surrounded with packing popcorn and it arrived in perfect condition. Originally one could insert a nut in the bigtoothed mouth, press down and crack the nut. Mar 14, 2017 the world famous steinbach nutcrackers are produced in the german erzgebirge region. These nutcrackers portray a person with a large mouth which the operator opens by lifting a lever in the back of the figurine. If you are looking for a special one, which is not displayed here please let us know.
Erzgebirgepalace german nutcrackers, incense smokers. Steinbach nutcrackers germany, steinbach nutcracker limited editions, herr christian steinbach, german nutcracker. Steinbach s main factory and headquarters is located in marienberg, in the erzgebirge region of saxony in germany. The steinbach nutcracker company had been family owned for 5 generations and the steinbach brand has become by far the most popular nutcracker company in many parts of the world. The wheel rotates freely, the bowl is an actual ceramic piece. 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. Each year the steinbach firm amazes us with exciting new nutcracker designs and in 2019 they have added a number of beautiful nutcrackers including a fabulous french santa, 26th in the christmas legends series. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Steinbach nutcrackers the steinbach family, the german erzgebirge and the steinbach nutcrackers the steinbach family. Nutcrackers in the form of wood carvings of a soldier, knight, king, or other profession have existed since at least the 15th century. Steinbach nutcrackers series pieces christmas treasures.
I ordered this item 2 days ago and it was delivered at 7. Joseph and his dreamcoat es1810 nutcracker, continued the popular steinbach biblical nutcracker series as it honored and celebrated another wonderful and famous biblical character in 1998. Steinbach nutcrackers, hand crafted in germany, steinbach nutcracker limited editions and more. Here, then, follows a little history about steinbach and the small pieces of art called nutcrackers that his family owned company produces. Family members worked as judges, merchants and architects.
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