Steinbach, gouvy, a village in the municipality of gouvy. 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. He loved to travel to the us and meet with collectors on his signing tours and was devoted to his magical nutcrackers. True to the story, this 19 drosselmeier is wearing a long robe, an eye patch, a black top hat, and is holding a smaller nutcracker and a golden stopwatch. Steinbach nutcrackers big lumberjack 17 inches tall. Today, his daughter karla, is passing these traditions on to her. Steinbach was a famous architect and built the muenster dome in strasbourg france during the th century. Some of them are already retired and thus increasing very fast in value. Sep 9, 2012 this pin was discovered by kathy hobbs. Nutcrackers in the form of wood carvings of a soldier, knight, king, or other profession have existed since at least the 15th century. I have at least 100 wooden nutcrackers that i have collected for over 15 years now.
Steinbach nutcrackers, marienberg, sachsen, germany. To be able to use steinbach german nutrackers official in full range, we recommend activating javascript in your browser. Learn more about the world famous erzgebirge nutcrackers made by steinbach history of the steinbach nutcracker. Kurt adler 11 steinbach bob cratchit with tiny tim smoker. Steinbach nutcracker price list 2005 bavarian shopping mall. Unfollow german nutcrackers to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Steinbach nutcrackers series pieces christmas treasures. The steinbach chubby dentist german nutcracker is an example of the rich heritage of steinbach nutcrackers. Steinbach am attersee, in the district of vocklabruck. Jan 27, 2011 i have at least 100 wooden nutcrackers that i have collected for over 15 years now. See more ideas about nutcracker christmas, german nutcrackers and nutcracker sweet. 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. They are the as nice as the big ones and also very exclusive due to their limited edition. Then in 2015, the family had to file for bankruptcy and closed their workshops.
Steinbach handmade nutcracker handmade in germany collectible soldier nutcracker. I think you can order new steinbach boxes and replacement parts from the steinbach german factory or from other online sources. The steinbach family has endured persecution, relocation and a world of other trials in their nearly 200 years of production. Originally one could insert a nut in the bigtoothed mouth, press down and crack the nut. The frame workshop displays one of the largest selections of authentic german nutcrackers in wisconsin. Hello and welcome to the steinbach limited edition nutcracker section here you will find variouslimited nutcrackers out of different series from the manufacturer steinbach. Carvings from famous names like klaus mertens, junghanel, christian ulbricht, karl, olaf kolbe, petersen, and especially the steinbach nutcrackers have become collectors items. Besides the popular nutcrackers, the steinbach company also produces incense smokers, music boxes and an array or ornaments. Just one for instance kathe wolfhart has a huge selection of all types of christmas items, including steinach, kwo, ulbright and other nutcrackers. The world famous steinbach nutcrackers are produced in the german erzgebirge region.
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. Steinbach nutcrackers, hand crafted in germany, steinbach nutcracker limited editions and more. The most famous of these, herr christian steinbach, who is also known as the king of nutcrackers, started the tradition of hand crafting and carving nutcrackers. Herr drosselmeier es1970 nutcracker herr drosselmeier is the 1st piece to be featured in steinbachs new nutcracker ballet series. Karla steinbach, who is vice president, is being groomed to become the sixth generation to head the company after her. The steinbach name has carried on and the erzgebirge, germany business continues to design, carve and create the acclaimed steinbach nutcrackers. Rich gold and red tones and handmade details like the medical insignia on his hat are in full. Steinbach store, a defunct american department store chain in asbury park, new jersey steinbach credit union, a canadian credit union in manitoba. The steinbach family, the german erzgebirge and the steinbach nutcrackers the steinbach family. The decorative nutcracker has been a popular german novelty piece for over 200 years now. With his vast choice of subjects, superb quality and exceptional craftsmanship mister steinbach raised the steinbach nutcrackers to a different level.
The classicnutcracker comes in the size of 16 up to 18 inches. Originally from austria, the steinbach family history dates back to the th century. 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. Today, herr christian steinbach heads the family operation carrying on the tradition with his daughter karla. For auction is a christian steinbach napoleon nutcracker. For over 200 years we have maintained longstanding. Steinbach nutcrackers world famous made in germany. 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.
Whimsical, artistic and downright adorable, nutcrackers have been a tradition heralding the onset of the christmas season for many, many years. Money back guarantee ensures you receive the item you ordered or get your money back. Other groups are part of easter, 4th of july, halloween and thanksgiving themes. Steinbach volkskunst nutcrackers erzgebirge palace. Featured items newest items bestselling alphabetical.
I have built this collection over the past 15 years. Depends on which christmas markets you are visiting. Issued as a limited edition of 7,500 pieces, and hand signed by karla steinbach. I have drummers, kings, soldiers, and 1 princess and many more.
Steinbach nutcrackers gift shop marienberg, sachsen, germany. Steinbach was a famous architect and built the muenster dome in strasbourg france during the. Fezziwig steinbach nutcracker is the ninth piece in the dickens christmas carol series. Buy steinbach kurt adler herr drosselmeier nutcracker, 19inch. The legends tell of a feast celebrated just before harvesting the logs of the elder trees, where nuts and fruits were eaten as if to pass on the. He has hired most of the steinbach employees and they are producing nutcrackers. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. These nutcrackers portray a person with a large mouth which the operator opens by lifting a lever in the back of the figurine.
High to low click on the image or text below to go to that section. For most of two centuries the steinbach family has been producing fine wood products. Buy direct and safe steinbach nutcrackers from the original manufacturer in germany. The steinbach nutcrackers are undoubtedly the most famous ones in the world. This nutcracker is made by the legendary steinbach company. Our products steinbach nutcrackers shop steinbach nutcrackers.
Decorative nutcrackers in the form of wooden carvings of a soldier, knight, king, or other profession have existed since at least the 15th century. If you are in the munichnuremberg area, its not difficult to find stores carrying steinbach. Because of many wars and religious persecution the family was forced to change their domicile and settled in the german erzgebirge long before they. We have been advised the steinbach name and factory has been purchased by a german businessman.
Their beautiful nutcrackers today are among the most popular german treasures. Steinbach s main factory and headquarters is located in marienberg, in the erzgebirge region of saxony in germany. Steinbach nutcrackers with civil war generals, american presidents and characters from novels and motions pictures became so popular that the steinbach company had trouble meeting the demands. If you are looking for a special one, which is not displayed here please let us know. The classic nutcracker comes in the size of 16 up to 18 inches. For over 200 years we have maintained longstanding tradition, passion for detail, creativity and finest materials in our worldfamous nutcrackers. Steinbach nutcrackers gift shop marienberg, sachsen. Shop our best selection of christmas nutcrackers to reflect your style and inspire your home this time of year.
When everyone is asleep, santa claus climbs into the house through the chimney and fills the childrens stockings with gifts. 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. Nutcracker collection welcome to my nutcracker collection. 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. Buy steinbach nutcrackers big lumberjack 17 inches tall kurt adler brand new hand made in germany. Mar 14, 2017 the world famous steinbach nutcrackers are produced in the german erzgebirge region. Steinbach surname, a german surname places austria. For generations steinbach has brought joy and pleasure to collectors from around the world. Steinbach nutcrackers christmas nutcracker german nutcrackers. Founded in 1832, the steinbach factories use only the best aged wood of beech, maple, and linden. One of the few dentists that will make you smile, the chubby dentist stands 12. Kurt adler 11 steinbach bob cratchit with tiny tim. Steinbach nutcrackers christmasandcollectiblesonline.
Steinbach collectors club pieces 19962005, german nutcrackers, german steinbach nutcrackers. Nutcrackers free delivery possible on eligible purchases. Where to find steinbach nutcrackers nuremberg forum. The majority of the nutcrackers belong to the christmas season. Christian steinbach learned, as a boy, the techniques of carving and lathe turning. Steinbachs main factory and headquarters is located in marienberg, in the erzgebirge region of saxony in germany. These nutcrackers portray a person with a large mouth which the. Steinbach nutcrackers the steinbach family has been making german folk art for 5 generations. Christmas german steinbach kwo nutcrackers decorations. Most of the nutcrackers i have are marked west german, burned andor pressed as a logo into the bottom.
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. Steinbach nutcracker cello player with images nutcracker. 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. The prices will reflect any of the missing pieces, broken pieces or other flaws i found.
Steinbach nutcracker price 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. Steinbach means highest level of quality and brilliancy in design. Buy products related to steinbach nutcrackers and see what customers say about steinbach nutcrackers on. Oktoberfesthaus firmly believes this to be true and we think every family should have at least one nutcracker to bring your household joy. Family members worked as judges, merchants and architects. Kurt adler steinbach santa on rocking horse nutcracker. Signed christian steinbach nutcrackers still available below herr christian steinbach passed away on february 26, 2007. Steinbach nutcracker production in germany youtube. All steinbach nutcrackers are handcrafted in germany. He is missed by the collectors and all that met him. Steinbach kurt adler herr drosselmeier nutcracker, 19inch. 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. Hello and welcome to the steinbach limited edition nutcracker section here you will find various limited nutcrackers out of different series from the manufacturer steinbach. My favorite character from dickens story the christmas carol.
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. Because of many wars and religious persecution the family was forced to change their domicile and settled in the german erzgebirge long before they thought about the first steinbach nutcracker. According to the late great herr steinbach of steinbach gmbh, a nutcracker is a symbolic figure, one that gives happiness and protects your family. Choose a different manufacturer or show all products within this category. Steinbach nutcracker cello player nutcracker characters, nutty buddy, nut.
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