Crack nuts first, use your nutcracker to, of course, crack nuts. German nutcrackers really crack nuts 100% handmade. These nutcrackers were designed to the shape of pliers and worked the same way. Many collectors of german nutcrackers wonder about the strange and sometimes frightening toothbearing smiles all german nutcrackers seem to portray. The nuts are placed in the indentation provided and the arms are pressed together, destroying the shell.
See more ideas about antiques, carving and wood carving. That first nutcracker simply had two levers and did, in fact, aid in opening the shells of nuts. German nutcracker in christmas nutcrackers 1946 1990 vintage metal nut cracker. By pushing the handles against each other with the nut in between, you could crack the shell open with very little effort. Produced for generations by skilled german woodcrafters, the first authoritarian nutcracker figures were created by commoners as a. The ore mountain region of germany is famous for its wood craftsmanship. Nutcracker chimney sweep natural colour 26,5 cm 10 inch.
The nutcracker was first developed around 1870 and is nowadays one of the most famous representatives of the erzgebirge. Nut cracker tool, nutcrackers for all nuts, multifunctional nut cracker chestnut clip, heavy duty metal pecan walnut opener sheller plier tool with nonslip handle 4. Why spend money on a knockoff christmas nutcracker that doesnt crack nuts. One of the most popular questions people ask about german nutcrackers is whether or not they really can be used to crack nuts. But the carved soldier doll nutcrackers were not seen until the 17th century.
Steinbach handmade german bird hunter nutcracker with box. With his vast choice of subjects, superb quality and exceptional craftsmanship mister steinbach raised the steinbach nutcrackers to a different level. King nutcrackers traditional german christmas decor. Originally, the nutcracker was purely used to crack nuts.
The authentic german nutcrackers came through unscathed, cracking over 30 nuts in a row without a single failure. Especially kings, soldiers and gendarmes are often used as a model. Oktoberfesthaus firmly believes this to be true and we think every family should have at least one nutcracker to bring your household joy. New star foodservice 28683 antique bronze finished pecan. German woodworkers at the time carved them and sold them alongside toys and puzzles. What would erzgebirge folkart be without its nutcrackers. German nutcrackers, buy real nutcrackers and gifts from cuckoo forest. The nutcrackers can crack nuts if you lift a lever at the back of the figurine.
While the first nutcrackers were produced to more effectively and efficiently crack nuts, the first german nutcrackers as decorative pieces were developed somewhere between the late 1400s and early 1500s. The tools are referenced in literature as early as the 14th century. These decorative nonfunctional pieces were traditionally made in the likeness of soldiers, kinds, knights, as well as other professions. Humpty dumpty steinbach german nutcracker s857 limited edition. Make offer nutcracker nut cracker chicken ranch solid brass finished metal wow hefty texas. These nutcrackers portray a person with a large mouth which the operator opens by lifting a lever in the back of the figurine. Tools to crack nuts have been around for a long time. Vintage 7 12 large bark wooden high gloss nut bowl nutcracker pick tool set. Dozens of nuts were put in their jaws and cracked over and over again. The life of laura ingalls wilder tribute little house on the prairie tv show theme song duration. Vintage heavy brass metal eagle phoenix bird nutcracker nut cracker old figure.
Are nutcrackers only a german thing christkindlmarkt. All thats missing is the most popular and stylish way to crack nuts, with decorative nutcrackers. The earliest nutcrackers were of course rocks, but as man began making his own tools the manmade nutcracker. Displayed below, please find a selection of genuine replacement parts for german nutcrackers and smokers created by christian ulbricht gmbh. Those babies are sure hard to open, so with the help of your trusty cracker, you can instantly enjoy a flavorful snack. Unusual 20th century cracker which uses a circular squeezing pressure to crack the nut. Get the best deals on brass nut and shell crackers when you shop the largest online selection at. Two 18th century dutch brass nutcrackers, the first a woman, the second a man.
The very first nutcracker, long before the german erzgebirge nutcrackers that are so popular today, was crafted by the greek aristotle who was seeking to invent a device to aid in the cracking of nut shells. Also, a proper german nutcracker should still be able to crack nuts. Often the nutcracker is the image of authorities from the past. We provide all types of nutcrackers and german cuckoo clocks are the reasonable prices with quick delivery and free shipment. Although the main function of nutcrackers is to crack nuts, modern designs are usually built for decorative purposes only. The leavenworth nutcracker museums goal is to foster and encourage the interest of the general public of the importance of nuts in the diets of humans throughout history and in the evolution of. Most of the pieces dating back to the 15th century were functional and less ornate.
Modern nutcrackers in this style serve mostly for decoration, mainly at christmas time. The lever creates a strong force to crack the nuts outer shell. Seiffener volkskunst german nutcracker king indigorapberry, height 40 cm 16 inch. Quality counts when it comes to nutcrackers that really crack nuts, quality is. Since the ancient times there have been devices to open all kind of nuts. All of our nutcrackers are handcrafted and hand painted by small companies traditionally located in seiffen, germany. Even though authentic german nutcrackers can still crack nuts, dont use them solely for this purpose. The short answer to this question is of course, yes they can crack nuts, but it is not recommended. A large 27 cms long english bird nutcracker with glass eyes. We deal in all types of nutcrackers and black forest cuckoo clocks from germany. First look for the word nussknacker, german for nutcracker. Anwenk nut cracker black walnut cracker stainless steel pecan cracker nutcracker tool heavy duty for all nuts,black walnut, macadamia nuts, hazelnut, almonds,pecan,walnuts.
Authentic german christmas nutcrackers erzgebirge palace. In fact, makers of these models actually advise owners not to crack nuts with their nutcrackers. Originally one could insert a nut in the bigtoothed mouth, press down and thereby crack the nut. Created first in the 1870s as a way of portraying the authority figures that surrounded the villagers life, these german nutcrackers are now cherished hierlooms, and part of christmas traditions. The 17thcentury design applies gradual pressure to the shells somewhat resembling a vise. Decorative german nutcrackers became nonfunctional pieces of home decor dating back to the 15th century.
These king nutcrackers are made by german craftsmen. Seiffener volkskunst german nutcracker king red, height 29 cm 11 inch, original erzgebirge by sv 111. Standing wooden nutcrackers in the form of soldiers and kings were shown in the sonneberg and erzgebirge regions of germany by 1800 and in 1830, the term nussknacker appeared in the dictionary of the brothers grim. 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. While the german nutcrackers of today are mostly used for decoration rather than practical nut crackers, the tools used to crack open nuts have transformed dramatically over the centuries. Broken handles from the losers the handle wasnt strong enough to crack nuts nutcracker that didnt win the challenge this nutcracker. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Traditional nutcrackers can be found all over germany, but especially in the erzgebirge region. Many of these early german nutcracker designs were in the shapes of animals, birds, and people. According to the late great herr steinbach of steinbach gmbh, a nutcracker is a symbolic figure, one that gives happiness and protects your family. Who doesnt enjoy a handful of walnuts or hazelnuts around a cozy fire. Tools to crack nuts have been around for a very long time. Arlene wagner, who cofounded the nutcracker museum. Ulbricht premium german nutcrackers, incense smokers.
Little house on the prairie tribute videos by me recommended for you. However, the bauthentic german nutcrackers cracked nut after nut. There is a wide variety of lever nutcrackers which use human legs to crack the nut. Winning nutcrackers winning german nutcrackers who cracked 60 nuts in a row nutcrackers jaw after cracking 60 nuts, only a few scratches on the jaw.
This is a rare example of a percussion nutcracker pushing down on the sailors head breaks the nut placed in his belly. The nutcracker toy made of hard beech wood great for nuts and gift for christmas kitchen home display decoration. Most were made of iron, but some were made of brass or silver, allowing for more intricate detail. Replacement parts for ulbricht nutcrackers and smokers. The decorative nutcracker has been a popular german novelty piece for over 200 years now. Just a few minor scratches that one would expect after cracking hard shelled nuts. Do german nutcrackers really crack nuts christkindlmarkt.
The nutcracker has changed from a functional nut cracker to an ornamental traditional christmas figurine. It would be pretty to showcase the crackers next to a bowl full of mixed nuts. The german erzgebirge nutcracker nutcrackers at the erzgebirgepalace. If you are in search of a unique piece that is missing or broken, please email us with your request and include the exact description, dimensions and the id number as well as the brand and we will make an. These king german nutcrackers are both traditional and resplendent, and will bring holiday spirit and color to your home.
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