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Perhaps the finest of all german nutcracker makers, we have been honored by christian or gunther ulbrichts presence at our open house each november for the past 23 years. German nutcrackers by fuchtner company in seiffen germany. Wolfgang braun, manager of the workshop wooden trees feature quite prominently in the works, particularly those depicting a kurrende, or choir of. This handsome rauchermann may be displayed yearround. Erzgebirgische volkskunst nutcracker doll santa richard glasser gmbh. We only sell original erzgebirge crafts from the german erzgebirge orderhotline. Click on each image for a larger view and more information. Erzgebirgische volkskunst popular arts and crafts from. Seiffen is famous for it wooden handicrafts and workshop founded by richard glasser in 1932. All nutcrackers made by seiffener volkskunst erzgebirge palace. Erzgebirgische volkskunst popular arts and crafts from the. In 1991 the moravian star company was founded by changing the fixture businnes to a private limited company gmbh.
Holzkunst christian ulbricht nutcracker, handmade in west. The history of decorative nutcrackers goes back to the 17th century. We have only the highest quality german nutcrackers for sale. This plant was opened after the steinbach family moved from the erzgebirge region at the end of world war ii. Dec 14, 20 vintage erzgebirge german nutcracker soilder hand carved germany 1960s erzgebirge stay safe and healthy. Erzgebirgische the erzgebirge is a low mountain range in the province of saxony, germany. Christian ulbricht nutcrackers the ulbricht family history. Like it add to collection add to collection please create an account, or log in here. The candlelight they produce creates a really cosy atmosphere. Nutcracker vintage wooden soldier made in german democratic republic. Wilhelm fuchtner produced the first erzgebirge nutcracker of spruce in 1870. Authentic german christmas nutcrackers erzgebirge palace. The history of seiffen began when miners created the district nearly 700 years ago. For the last 50 years seiffener volkskunst has been producing high quality german erzgebirge collectibles.
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A 14inch large nutcracker is traditionally produced in about operations and can contain up to 60 individual parts. Erzgebirgische volkskunst popular arts and crafts from the erzgebirge mountains hellmut bilz on. Small differences, including slight imperfections and variations in coloring and woodgrain, are what make each handcrafted piece unique. Original nutcrackers from the erzgebirge in germany are a traditional german christmas decoration. Brighten the holidays with nutcrackers from seiffener volkskunst, one of the finest manufacturers in the erzgebirge. We only sell original erzgebirge crafts from the german erzgebirge. Buy beautiful and authentic german christmas nutcrackers the exclusive online shop for premium handcrafts made in germany. Nutcracker with tree miniature, red by wolfgang braun. For christmas and easter or for the rest of the year you will find wunderful products of high quality in our assortment. Erzgebirge, erzgebirge nutcrackers replacements, ltd. We offer more than 550 christmas pyramids, candle arches, nutcrackers and smokers. Shepherd with sheep smoking man rwb912 a shepherd with sheep smoking man by wolfgang braun.
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While the brands specialty is christmas, they also have create decor for easter. Assorted boxed miner on horse made by wolfgang braun meisterwerkstatt erzgebirgische. Ulbricht german nutcrackers erzgebirge christmas nutcracker. Every nutcracker we carry is a real german nutcracker from erzgebirge by chrrisian ulbricht or steinbach. A traditional german incense smoking man raeuchermann from. Erzgebirge german christmas nutcrackers for sale erzgebirge, erzgebirge nutcracker, wood wooden german nutcracker handmade germany nutcracker doll.
Building on the old, valuable treasure of forms of their ancestors, they want to combine traditional folk art with new designs. Erzgebirgische germany style hunter nutcracker bird hunter 15 tall. 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. Christian ulbricht nutcrackers the ulbricht family history nutcrackers and smokers have a romantic history. This shills hussar is just one of several traditional nutcracker designs by the respected firm of kunstgewerbewerkstatten olbernhau gmbh, better known simply as kwo. Seiffener volkskunst incense smokers and nutcrackers have the traditional design.
Nutcrackers free delivery possible on eligible purchases. We offer you a wide selection of wooden arches, nutcracker, smokers, pyramids, easter decoration, antique decoration in our shop allover the year. Original erzgebirgische volkskunst real handcraft from the erzgebirge made by famous manufacturers. The erzgebirge is part of the german state saxony and lies close to the border to the czech republic. Wolfgang braun rauchermann hirte mit schaf moderneholzkunst. Facebook gives people the power to share and makes. Here we have a selection of absolutely beautiful christian ulbricht nutcrackers. Brands erzgebirgskunstshop erzgebirgische volkskunst. A charming shepherd smoking man with his sheep, from the workshop of wolfgang braun. Seiffener volkskunst nutcrackers erzgebirge palace. Discover our wonderful world of traditional wooden art from the erzgebirge and our inhouse production. Ulbricht nutcrackers christian ulbricht nutcrackers. Assorted boxed miner on horse made by wolfgang braun.
Beautifully crafted, ulbricht products are crafted with the highest quality and make a wonderful gift. Kg we are one of the biggest manufacturer of original erzgebirge folk art. Erzgebirgische volkskunst popular arts and crafts from the erzgebirge mountains. Explore our diversity and enjoy our products, because. New listing antique hand carved bavarian nut cracker wood wooden. This soldier nutcracker features a handpainted face, white beard, and a sword at his waist. Heimkunst thiele, andreas muller erzgebirgische miniaturen sylke sattler. Wolfgang braun wb aus dem erzgebirge erzgebirgskunstshop. Holzknackl nutcracker vtg wooden original from the rothenburger. Our manufactures mueller gmbh and seiffener volkskunst eg are member of the erzgebirge association of craftsmen and toymakers e. In the 14th century silver, tin, iron and nickel were mined here but it was always covers by a abundant forest. They are still fashioned in local workshops just as they.
For exact size please refer to cm indication 1 inch 2. Erzgebirgische volkskunst seiffen nutcrackerhandmade. There is an older plan in hohenhameln in northern germany. The christmas haus prides itself on its quality merchandise. The erzgebirge folk art has been the basis of life for their families for over a hundred years. Wood turned on lathes that can be traced back to the small german mining town of seiffen, in the mountains of the erzgebirge around the czechoslovakian border.
We have been collecting them for 20 years and will be adding photos and descriptions of our collection to this website. The decorative nutcracker has been a popular german novelty piece for over 200 years now. Pflugbeil werner spielzeug wolfgang braun wb woodtoys reinhard keller. Oktoberfesthaus firmly believes this to be true and we think every family should have at least one nutcracker to bring your household joy. Vintage erzgebirge german nutcracker soilder hand carved. Holzkunst christian ulbricht nutcracker, handmade in west germany. Craftsmen in the erzgebirge have been making nutcrackers, smokers, carousels, christmas ornaments, and other handcrafts for more than 200 years.