Discover our wonderful world of traditional wooden art from the erzgebirge and our inhouse production. One of the fun facts about wooden german nutcrackers is that it has its origins in the erzgebirge region of germany, known as the ore mountains just like the german pyramid does. Vintage steinbach mercator merchant large wood figure made in west germany. Panjiva uses over 30 international data sources to help you find qualified vendors of german nutcracker. Especially kings, soldiers and gendarmes are often used as a model. I tried a german translator online and it came back manual labor. We invite you from the bottom of our hearts to visit our country germany. Designs is celebrating the 10 year anniversary of the nutcrackersusa holiday stamp series.
A woman carefully assembles the many pieces of a multitiered wooden christmas pyramid at the steinbach factory. Learn the connection between nutcracker dolls and the famous nutcracker ballet. This plant was opened after the steinbach family moved from the erzgebirge region at the end of world war ii. 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. Unfollow nutcrackers made in germany to stop getting updates on your ebay feed.
Our factory werk i in lower saxony is easy to find in the flatland region known as sugar beet country. Build your familys traditions with that perfect one today. Today, rico paul is the owner of the steinbach company, which is still located in erzgebirge, germany. The nutcracker was first developed around 1870 and is nowadays one of the most famous representatives of the erzgebirge. Best place to buy authentic german nutcrackers rick steves.
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. Often the nutcracker is the image of authorities from the past. The german erzgebirge ore mountains is a mountain range in eastern germany. German nutcrackers from the erzgebirge region of germany are sought by collectors all over the world. There are many designs, including levers, screws, and ratchets. Get the best deals on german nutcracker when you shop the largest online selection at. Our second factory werk ii in marienberg, is situated in the middle ore mountain district, and once there you only have to ask for the section of town known as gebirge. The ulbricht family roots can be traced back to the 17 th century. In the german erzgebirge ore mountains the most famous nutcracker was born the original german erzgebirge nutcracker.
Steinbach nutcrackers gift shop marienberg, sachsen, germany. Herr steinbach and daughter karla, make many public appearances at special events and at collectible shows. Wood nutcrackers in germany have been in use since the 14th or 15th. Steinbach nutcracker german factories christmas treasures. The erzgebirge is a low mountain range in the east of germany. Christmas factories in germany bavaria forum tripadvisor. As this was a tumultuous time in germany, the steinbach family was forced to move many times and eventually settled in erzgebirge, germany and worked as silver, iron, tin and nickel miners.
See more ideas about german nutcrackers, nutcracker christmas and nutcracker sweet. Owners of christmas treasures patrick and nancy with christian. German nutcrackers really crack nuts 100% handmade. In 1872, wilhelm fuchtner made the first commercial production of the wooden nutcrackers. There is an older plan in hohenhameln in northern germany. Every piece that we process in our factory is unique, because wood is a vivid material and each and every piece has its own history. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands. The history of nutcrackers according to german folklore, nutcrackers were given as keepsakes to bring good luck to your family and protect your home. In legend, the nutcracker possessed miraculous powers, bringing good fortune and protection from evil spirits.
These traditional german nutcrackers were made in seiffen germany, in the erzgebirge mountains where the wooden nutcracker was first made back in 1872. Long before the first christian ulbricht nutcrackers were designed the ulbricht family lived in the german erzgebirge until the end of world war ii. Unfortunately they are on the opposite side of germany you plan to visit. A nutcracker is a tool designed to open nuts by cracking their shells. A personal story about how i celebrated holidays when i was a kid and how i fell in love with my first nutcracker. Rich deposits of gold, silver and tin brought prosperity to the region during the 15 th. Steinbach nutcracker christmas nutcracker german nutcrackers. German manufacturers and suppliers of nutcracker from around the world. A wellknown type portrays a person whose mouth forms the jaws of the nutcracker, though many of these are meant for decoration. The more elaborate their decorations, the stronger their powers. German nutcrackers authentic nutcrackers from germany. They indeed have nutcrackers, but their website also promises a great selection of german and bavarian folkart, like pyramids, nutcrackers, smokers, music boxes, candle holders and christmas tree ornaments. This is in the south eastern portion of the country near what is now the country of the czech republic.
Long before the first christian ulbricht nutcrackers were designed. For over 200 years we have maintained longstanding tradition, passion for detail, creativity and finest materials in our worldfamous nutcrackers. German nutcracker manufacturers suppliers of german. All items are in new or gently used condition unless otherwise stated. Deutscher volkskunst used to have two production plants in germany. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search.
The more elaborate their decorations, the stronger their. All nutcrackers are handmade in germany and are made with a mix of tradition. Nutcracker holzkunst christian ulbricht limited edition west germany 1982 rare. Volkmar matthes kunstgew holzwaren 7151 affalterbachwolfsolden tel. This is a large, approximately 17 steinbach geppetto with pinocchio nutcracker handcrafted, carved and painted, in the original steinbach factory in germany introduced in 2003, it has since been retired comes in its original carton with its tags and an explanatory flyer. In lieu of finding them at the markets, where in germany might we locate. Christmas nutcrackers made in germany wooden nutcracker.
If you are interested in the nutcrackers of one particular manufacturer, this is. In march 2016, after a halfyear forced break, the factory started up again with 35 employees, and the first nutcrackers from steinbach. Your email address will never be sold or distributed to a third party for any reason. I assume kathe wohlfart has products from this region as the region is famous for them. The subjects of the steinbach nutcrackers are also unique and are taken from art, literature and folklore from all over the world and along with their limited production makes them highly collectible. Nutcrackers new model germany travel young man building construction germany destinations tower. Expert craftsmanship and a pledge to create only madeintheusa products are the hallmarks of our company philosophy. Before you go on a factory tour in germany, make sure to call ahead or check their website and ask about reservations and tours in english. In lieu of finding them at the markets, where in germany might we locate the.
Kg we are one of the biggest manufacturer of original erzgebirge folk art. The history of the steinbach nutcracker family starts in 1284 with erwin steinbach, a famous architect and master builder who lived in strasburg, germany. Nutcrackers new model germany travel young man building construction germany destinations tower a woman carefully assembles the many pieces of a multitiered wooden christmas pyramid at the steinbach factory. Steinbach handmade german mini nutcracker phantom of the opera wwood box. About 62% of these are christmas decoration supplies, 11% are folk crafts. The family now lives in hohenhameln just north of the beautiful harz mountains.
Best place to buy authentic german nutcrackers rick. Please read shipping and return policy carefully before placing a bid. We offer you a wide selection of wooden arches, nutcracker, smokers, pyramids, easter decoration, antique decoration in our shop allover the year. What would erzgebirge folkart be without its nutcrackers. Discover our wonderful world of traditional wooden art from the erzgebirge and our in house production. 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 world famous made in germany. Frieburg, munich, up the romantic road to rothenberg, heidleburg. Our second factory werk ii in marienberg, is situated in. Learn more about the world famous erzgebirge nutcrackers made by steinbach. Rich deposits of gold, silver and tin brought prosperity to the region during the 15 th17 th century.
Get the best deals on german nutcracker when you shop the largest online selection at ebay. This shills hussar is just one of several traditional nutcracker designs by the respected firm of kunstgewerbewerkstatten olbernhau gmbh, better known simply as kwo. Steinbach mouse king nutcracker suite german christmas nutcracker germany. The steinbach company or, steinbach gmbh vereinigte werkstaetten deutscher volkskunst, maintains two production workshops to produce its beautiful and whimsical nutcrackers. We collect steinbach nutcrackers and are wondering which markets would offer us the greatest selection. Our steinbach and christian ulbricht nutcrackers are timeless treasures perfect for a gift or to add to your home or collection. Steinbachs main factory and headquarters is located in marienberg, in the erzgebirge region of saxony in germany. Where to find steinbach nutcrackers nuremberg forum. Here at, we are committed to protecting your privacy. Looking for wonderful shops to find locally made christmas. And dont forget to check out the factory stores afterward for some great deals.
We hope to visit germany next year to see some christmas markets. Buy products such as 12 nutcracker wooden soldier toys ornaments holiday decoration gift at walmart and save. Steinbach nutcracker german factories, german nutcrackers, german steinbach nutcrackers. A wide variety of german nutcrackers options are available to you, such as feature, use, and certification. Best place for smokers, christmas pyramids, schwibbogen etc. 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. Regardless of whether you wish to relive old memories anew, or to trace the roots of your family origins, or simply to get to know us better, youll be glad you made the trip.
The ulbricht family lived in the german erzgebirge until the end of world war ii. A young man builds works on a wooden nutcracker at the steinbach factory. The development of the wooden nutcrackers was a form of creating revenue for the miners in this area of the country. I inspect each item carefully but make no claims to perfection. Enter the nutcracker museum and you are amazed at the vast amount of nutcrackers being shown. Another factory was then created in eastern germany in addition to the existing one in the west. Fun facts about wooden german nutcrackers christkindlmarkt. Nutcracker factory 14 wooden vintner christmas nutcracker with wine and grapes. Every family should have at least one handcrafted traditional german nutcracker. Shop our best selection of christmas nutcrackers to reflect your style and inspire your home this time of year. Buy beautiful and authentic german christmas nutcrackers the exclusive online. Buy direct and safe steinbach nutcrackers from the original manufacturer in germany. Nm the leavenworth nutcracker museum antique nutcrackers.
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