The english writer geoffrey of monmouth was the first to introduce the character of merlin into the story in the 1100s. Handmade by artist family christian steinbach in hohenhameln and the erzgebirge sachsen germany. For exact size please refer to cm indication 1 inch 2. The night before christmas series we have placed steinbachs night before christmas series within this same section for the the moment. With his vast choice of subjects, superb quality and exceptional craftsmanship mister steinbach raised the steinbach nutcrackers to a different level. Steinbach nutcracker sir galahad 862k brand new in original box with all tags, made in germany of wood signed by karla steinbach introduced 1994, retired approximately 18. Originally one could insert a nut in the bigtoothed mouth, press down and crack the nut. One of the few dentists that will make you smile, the chubby dentist stands 12. Hes in excellent condition, with his serial numbered sticker, hang. Oktoberfesthaus firmly believes this to be true and we think every family should have at least one nutcracker to bring your household joy. One of steinbachs most popular series was the camelot nutcracker series. Originally from austria, the family, over the centuries, has been forced to relocate many times due to wars and other circumstances.
Christmas german steinbach kwo nutcrackers decorations. Polish santa with music box hand made germany wooden nussknacker nutcracker by christian steinbach collectible christmas items. Steinbach nutcrackers march 4, 2015 we have added so many new steinbach nutcrackers for you from the wizard of oz to the grimm brothers and charles dickens a christmas carol. Authentic steinbach limited edition nutcrackers available at in the usa, steinbach nutcrackers ship free at. The first nutcracker to appear in the dickens townsfolke nutcracker series is the lamplighter. I was able to buy, sight unseen, several steinbach nutcrackers from a guy whose grandmother had collected them for many, many years. Introduced in 1991 and was the first and the rarest from the camelot series. Steinbach nutcrackers the steinbach family has been making german folk art for 5 generations. Find great deals on ebay for german nutcrackers and vintage german nutcrackers. Elegantly robbed king arthur holds a chalice in one hand with the sword excalibur at his side. 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. Shop our best selection of christmas nutcrackers to reflect your style and inspire your home this time of year. For over 200 years we have maintained longstanding. Steinbach, steinbach nutcrackers replacements, ltd.
King arthur of camelot steinbach nutcracker kaes621sig king arthur was the second nutcracker in the camelot series of nutcrackers, issued in 1992 and perhaps one of the most popular nutcracker series produced by steinbach. My favorite character from dickens story the christmas carol. This steinbach collection was based on the arthurian legend, a group of tales developed around the king of the britons and his knights. These nutcrackers portray a person with a large mouth which the operator opens by lifting a lever in the back of the figurine. In 2008 steinbach decided to extend the steinbach a christmas carol nutcracker series and develop the steinbach dickens townsfolke nutcracker series. I have built this collection over the past 15 years.
The steinbach name has carried on and the erzgebirge, germany business continues to design, carve and create the acclaimed steinbach nutcrackers. Where to find steinbach nutcrackers nuremberg forum. Jan 27, 2011 i have at least 100 wooden nutcrackers that i have collected for over 15 years now. Historically arthur was a british tribal warrior leader around 500 ad, who. Fezziwig steinbach nutcracker is the ninth piece in the dickens christmas carol series. The decorative nutcracker has been a popular german novelty piece for over 200 years now. 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. German christmas nutcracker chubby king melchior 12. Steinbach am attersee, in the district of vocklabruck. For over 200 years we have maintained longstanding tradition, passion for detail, creativity and finest materials in our worldfamous nutcrackers. To be able to use steinbach german nutrackers official in full range, we recommend activating javascript in your browser. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Steinbach merlin the magician 18 german nutcracker s610.
I have at least 100 wooden nutcrackers that i have collected for over 15 years now. Depends on which christmas markets you are visiting. Steinbach handmade nutcracker handmade in germany collectible soldier nutcracker. Steinbach camelot series limited edition king arthur lrg. Steinbach s merlin the magician nutcracker, with the original box this auctions for steinbach s merlin the magician nutcracker. Sep 9, 2012 this pin was discovered by kathy hobbs.
Steinbach signed troll king arthur with chalice german wood christmas nutcracker. For most of two centuries the steinbach family has been producing fine wood products. Retired wizard of ozwinkie guard steinbach nutcracker signed by karla steinbach 9th in series by steinbach nutcrackers steinbach family only 4 left in stock order soon. Through a series of wars, the steinbach family was forced to relocate several times. 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. Steinbach nutcrackers have been in production for centuries. Shipping charges may apply all sizes in inches are approximate. 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. I have drummers, kings, soldiers, and 1 princess and many more. Steinbach store, a defunct american department store chain in asbury park, new jersey steinbach credit union, a canadian credit union in manitoba. Sir lancelot served as a knight at the court of king arthur and steinbach shows him dressed for battle, ready to defend his honor. See more ideas about nutcracker christmas, german nutcrackers and nutcracker sweet. The majority of the nutcrackers belong to the christmas season. Steinbach volkskunst nutcrackers erzgebirge palace.
Most of the nutcrackers i have are marked west german, burned andor pressed as a logo into the bottom. Other groups are part of easter, 4th of july, halloween and thanksgiving themes. The ledgend of the noble and courageous king arthur limited edition 10. The most coveted steinbach nutcracker made merlins the first piece from the famous camelot series. 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 gift shop marienberg, sachsen. Temporarily out of stock polish santa musical christmas. Issued as a limited edition of 7,500 pieces, and hand signed by karla steinbach. One of steinbach s most popular series was the camelot nutcracker series. Nutcrackers like steinbach nutcrackers or ulbricht. The steinbach chubby dentist german nutcracker is an example of the rich heritage of steinbach nutcrackers. Rich gold and red tones and handmade details like the medical insignia on his hat are in full.
If you are in the munichnuremberg area, its not difficult to find stores carrying steinbach. Steinbach nutcrackers christmas nutcracker german nutcrackers. Here you will find wooden nutcrackers from steinbach and ulbricht that we feel will brighten your holidays. Steinbach surname, a german surname places austria. The other nutcracker comes with a black cape and holds a gold tone urn in one hand. Retired steinbach family king arthur nutcracker 621h brand new in original packaging with all tags if applicable approximately 18 h, signed by late herr christian steinbach made of wood in germany, 2nd in camelot series limited edition.
The ledgend of the noble and courageous king arthur and the gallant knights of the roundtable seems to recaptivate the imagination of every new generation. Prices in usd are subject to change due to currency exchange rates and are updated biweekly. A pair of wooden nutcrackers produced by steinbach. Steinbach nutcrackers, marienberg, sachsen, germany. It is a limited edition of 7,500 pieces and is hand made in germany. Steinbach steinbach nutcrackers at replacements, ltd. Steinbach was a very renowned architect and built the muenster of strasbourg in 1284. Unfollow german nutcrackers to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Steinbach, gouvy, a village in the municipality of gouvy. Sep, 2016 steinbach camelot series limited edition king arthur lrg 17 nutcracker germany. Just one for instance kathe wolfhart has a huge selection of all types of christmas items, including steinach, kwo, ulbright and other nutcrackers. Buy direct and safe steinbach nutcrackers from the original manufacturer in germany. I think you can order new steinbach boxes and replacement parts from the steinbach german factory or from other online sources.
Buy products related to steinbach nutcrackers and see what customers say about steinbach nutcrackers on free delivery possible on eligible purchases. Steinbach king arthur camelot series s621 signed by. According to the late great herr steinbach of steinbach gmbh, a nutcracker is a symbolic figure, one that gives happiness and protects your family. This means it was one the earliest ones and highly desirable.
Steinbach nutcrackers series pieces christmas treasures. She had original boxes for some, plain boxes for others. Christian steinbach learned, as a boy, the techniques of carving and lathe turning. They are the as nice as the big ones and also very exclusive due to their limited edition. Steinbach merlin the magician fullsized nutcracker, no box. Nutcracker collection welcome to my nutcracker collection. Steinbach nutcrackers christmasandcollectiblesonline. Sir lancelot joins merlin the magician and king arthur as the 3rd member of the junior series. Steinbach north pole series limited edition nutcrackers.
The prices will reflect any of the missing pieces, broken pieces or other flaws i found. This steinbach collection was based on the arthurian legend, a group of tales. He is second in the camelot series, and a must have for any steinbach collector. One nutcracker comes with a cape lined with faux fur, and has a white beard and red cap. This new nutcracker series will feature a number of craftsmen from a christmas carol time period.
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