Originally from austria, the steinbach family history dates back to the th century. The legend says that a nutcracker represents power and strength and serves like a trusty watch dog guarding your family from evil spirits and danger. Untangling the history of christmas lights this bright idea was ahead of its time. Collectibles nutcrackers page 1 the christmas loft. Handmade red velvet steinbach nutcracker needlepoint christmas tree skirt. See more ideas about antiques, baroque furniture and nutcracker christmas. Nutcrackers free delivery possible on eligible purchases. 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. The nutcracker was first developed around 1870 and is nowadays one of the most famous representatives of the erzgebirge. Ever wonder about that box of vintage christmas decorations in the attic.
If you love vintage and antique christmas decorations, then you know that you can find christmas ornaments and collectibles to add to your collection yearround. When tchaikovskys ballet the nutcracker suite premiered in 1892, the popularity of nutcrackers spurted tremendously. The leavenworth museum who i thank for permission to reproduce this image owns the following nutcracker which is roman, dating to between 200 bc and 200 ad. In the united states, few of the decorative nutcrackers are now functional, though expensive working designs are still available. Nm the history of nutcrackers leavenworth nutcracker museum the leavenworth nutcracker museum sells nutcrackers than actually crack. Great savings free delivery collection on many items collectable nut crackers for sale ebay. Nuts have been a significant part of the food supply since the beginning of time, and over the years, man has created ingenious ways. German christmas nutcracker santa claus 30,0 cm 12 inches authentic german. They had no idea of the number of antique nutcrackers that existed. Find great deals on ebay for antique nutcrackers and christmas nutcrackers. Alexandre dumas peres adaptation of the story by e. Your email address will never be sold or distributed to a third party for any reason. Antique nutcracker for sale in uk view 34 bargains.
Untangling the history of christmas lights history. However, nutcrackers also possess a rich history that goes back about 300 years. Nm the leavenworth nutcracker museum antique nutcrackers. At christmas time, stores fill their shelves in the yuletide section with wooden toy soldier nutcrackers depicting the character so loved in the nutcracker ballet, which was first performed in russia in 1892. By noreen malone for most people, christmas nutcrackers the kind that look like little men call to mind sugarplum fairies and first trips to the ballet. Nm the history of nutcrackers leavenworth nutcracker museum. Dated nutcrackers are quite rare, the earliest one im aware of is in the leavenworth museum and is dated 1569. The ballet, introduced to america during the mid20th century, became a favorite holiday tradition across the united states and helped make nutcracker dolls a christmas decoration and a seasonal icon across western culture. Buy beautiful and authentic german christmas nutcrackers the exclusive online shop for premium handcrafts made in germany. An average handcrafted nutcracker doll is made out of about 60 separate pieces. Each piece is carefully designed with specials details.
Nutcrackers carry with them a sense of tradition as well as an abundance of stories and legends of the past. The origin of the nutcracker, a classic christmas story, is a fairy tale ballet in two acts centered on a familys christmas eve celebration. A guide to christmas antiques and vintage christmas decorations. A study of nutcrackers is a study of history itself as they reflect the cultural values and innovations of the place and time of origin. Often the nutcracker is the image of authorities from the past. Nutcracker dolls, also known as christmas nutcrackers, are decorative nutcracker figurines.
History of german nutcrackers get a nutcracker for your home. Antique screw press, english, oak, nutcracker, boo. Unfollow antique wooden nutcrackers to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. From wooden nutcrackers to glass christmas tree ornaments to 1930s lionel model trains, this article can help you identify what vintage or antique christmas items might be in that box. Our collection includes both traditional and unconventional nutcrackers. Dec 06, 2018 wagner says, the first antique nutcracker we purchased was a carved swiss lever we found at an antique show, and that was the spark that started our interest in the antiques. Get the best deals on christmas nutcrackers 19461990 when. Since most erzgebirge workshops produce nutcrackers there are hundreds of different models obtainable. Especially kings, soldiers and gendarmes are often used as a model. Ive always wanted to buy a lifesize nutcracker to stand guard at the front door.
Unfollow christmas nutcrackers to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. An insiders look at the world of flea markets, antiques, and collecting. Then, we included all the famous specials from 1960 to 1999. The most common antique nutcrackers material is metal. Today the skilled craftsmen manufacture nutcrackers, christmas pyramids. How a laidoff it guy built a milliondollar nutcracker empire. From modern to antique, traditional to eclectic, youll find the right items to boost your home decor. Authentic german christmas nutcrackers erzgebirge palace. The german smoker has a long and interesting history that tells of the ingenuity and hardworking spirit that makes the german people so interesting and traditional in their ways of life.
He collects santa clause stuff to christmas plates, glass, trees, bulb, candles, and so much more. The history of nutcrackers according to german folklore, nutcrackers were given as keepsakes to bring good luck to your family and protect your home. The history of german smokers pyramids, smokers, nutcrackers. Discover the best christmas nutcrackers in best sellers. An antique handpainted nutcracker from the anri studio in italy. Leaf shape design with two walnuts and halves and a pair of nutcrackers. Antique and vintage christmas tree lights although candles had long been used to illuminate christmas trees, by 1882 one of thomas edisons assistants decided to try.
Steinbach nutcrackers wooden troll old santa 11 inches tall collectible. We carry many sizes, including hardtofind giant nutcrackers, as well as styles such as decorative, sports team, and character nutcrackers. German nutcrackers really crack nuts 100% handmade. A guide to christmas antiques and vintage christmas. Christmas nutcrackers, or nutcracker dolls, are figural nutcrackers frequently made to look like toy soldiers, knights, kings, and aristocrats from 15th to 18thcentury europe, in regalia and costumes from germany, russia, france, and england. 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. Vintage christmas collectibles pre1946 for sale ebay. This video is just him showing only two rooms of his collection.
The 1892 debut of tchaikovskys nutcracker suite ballet established nutcrackers as a christmas holiday tradition. See more ideas about nutcracker christmas, german nutcrackers and nutcracker sweet. But, there are many more types of nutcrackers available. The first wooden nutcrackers were simply two pieces of wood fastened together by a leather strap or metal hinge. This is in the south eastern portion of the country near what is now the country of the czech republic. This is the complete collection of animated christmas cartoons. For most people, christmas nutcrackersthe kind that look like little mencall to mind. Christmas nutcrackers are a common holiday decorative piece, but did not get popular in the united states until the 1950s. Nutcracker 4 inch x 1 inch vintage christmas tree ornament hong kong ceramic. Read on to learn more about the history of the nutcracker and how they evolved into todays form. Nutcrackers can be found on christmas markets and in stores around the world. That said, it is not as obvious how the tradition of christmas nutcrackers evolved.
Hoffmann was set to music by tchaikovsky and originally choreographed by marius petipa. However, nutcracking devices have had a longstemming evolution for a few thousand years. The design of hinged levers as nutcrackers may date as far back as ancient greece. Although the first hinged nutcracker is attributed to the romans, the ones were familiar with were first produced by german craftsmen in the early 1800s, as functional decorations in the shapes of soldiers, kings, woodsmen, and miners. The history of german nutcrackers starts with a fairy tale. The most popular origin story of nutcrackers in germany is that a wealthy. From wooden nutcrackers to glass christrmas tree ornaments to 1930s lionel model trains, this article can help you identify what vintage or antique christmas items might be in that box. His grandmother had recently died and left him an antique clock in her will. Some people successfully search for original versions at antique shops. Buy collectable nut crackers and get the best deals at the lowest prices on ebay. The quintessential icon of christmas, the nutcracker dates back to the early 18th century.
German nutcrackers have become a staple for the holiday seasons not only in the german culture but all over the world as well. At christmas time, stores fill their shelves in the yuletide section with wooden toy soldier nutcrackers depicting a character in the nutcracker ballet. Collecting nutcrackers explore the nutcracker tradition antique. We think of these nutcrackers at christmas time because of this piece. Enter the nutcracker museum and you are amazed at the vast amount of nutcrackers being shown. By the and century, wood carvers in france and england were creating beautiful wooden nutcrackers.
Interesting facts since the wagners opened the leavenworth nutcracker museum in 1995, it has been visited by 74 foreign countries. 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. Christmas nutcrackers made in germany wooden nutcracker. At christmas central, we carry a wide variety of nutcracker decorations. Dec 19, 2014 i love nutcrackers before our house fire 2 years ago i had a holiday collection i loved displaying during the holiday season small ornaments for the christmas tree and decorative objects to place on the mantel. They sold the festive dolls at christmas markets around germany, but as it. Here at, we are committed to protecting your privacy. Christmas loft sells christmas decorations, ornaments, lights, gifts, home decor, tree trimmings, and other holiday specialties. But many metal nutcrackers were lost in history because during the. A hammer was the original way to open nuts, but as people got fancy, so did our tools. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. If you are new to collecting vintage and antique christmas collectibles, you will find information below about the various types that are available. Christmas nutcrackers have become an integral part of the christmas season.
If you want to know where you can buy authentic christmas nutcrackers, you can browse through the many stores on the internet today. Decorative nutcrackers became popular in the united states after the second world war, following the first us production of the nutcracker ballet in 1940 and the exposure of us soldiers to the dolls during the war. The most common nutcracker is the in the form of a wooden soldier, which weve had for about 200 years now. What would erzgebirge folkart be without its nutcrackers. See more ideas about antiques, carving and wood carving.
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