German erzgebirge nutcrackers ulbricht nutcrackers christmas time nutcracker by christian ulbricht nussknacker. Composed of functionaries from the kpd and ten antifascist prisoners of war, their job was to seek out antifascist individuals and prepare the groundwork for the. Christian ulbricht designs nutcrackers, smokers, pyramids, ornaments, tour birds, struwwelpeter and all of which are made of handcrafted wood. Click on the image or text below to go to that section.
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Originally from seiffen, otto ulbricht moved his family to west germany in lauingen to continue his profitable nutcracker business after private. Large nutcracker is standing with a play horse around his middle. Christian ulbricht seiffener nutcrackers at replacements, ltd. Christian himself takes great pride when he has designed a new nutcracker and it has taken shape for him on the lathe. Handcrafted german nutcrackers by christian ulbricht authorized dealer shop online or in our usa store. History of the nutcracker no one knows where the first nutcracker. Christian ulbricht nutcrackers, smokers, and other collectibles make incredible gifts for the holidays. Explore our diversity and enjoy our products, because. The story of ulbricht woodturning on lathes, the ulbricht grand tradition, can be traced back to the small german mining town of seiffen, in the mountains of the erzgebirge. Christian himself takes great pride in designing new nutcracker models. Detailed information about christian ulbricht nutcrackers from the german erzgebirge a history of the ulbricht nutcracker.
Records document the ulbricht family as wood turners from the 1700s. Christian ulbricht, seiffener nutcrackers replacements, ltd. Made in seiffen in the erzegebrige region of germany, the christian ulbricht family has been in existence since 1928 and their incredibly detailed nutcracker snd smokers are among the most beloved and collectible in europe. The party also regularly aired programs devoted to revealing the link between ethnicity and class used by western corporations to depress wages. If you need to know the condition of the box please email us. He began increasing the variety of ulbricht nutcrackers and implemented many new designs. Walter ulbricht german communist leader britannica. This item may be discontinued or not carried in your nearest store. Ulbricht is delighted to honor the charles dickens classic first published in 1843. It is a limited edition number 628 of 2500 and is made in germany. Its inspirational theme of sharing and giving resonates as much today in the 21st century as it did when mr. Ft operation intended only to be open 3 days a week.
The new lines and varieties were instantly popular and collectors from around the world still search for the ulbricht name when making their nutcracker purchases. The ulbricht group was a group of exiled members of the communist party of germany kommunistische partei deutschlands, or kpd, led by walter ulbricht, who flew from the soviet union back to germany on april 30, 1945. Ulbricht german nutcrackers erzgebirge christmas nutcracker. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands affordable prices. Walter ulbricht, born june 30, 1893, leipzig, germanydied august 1, 1973, east berlin, east germany, german communist leader and head of the postworld war ii german democratic republic, or east germany ulbricht, a cabinetmaker by trade, joined the social democratic party spd in 1912 and during world war i served on the eastern front, deserting twice. This sample then becomes the reference for the workers who handcraft the finished pieces, using only the finest wood and materials. Nutcracker has a lovely colors of silver, white and cream with fun details like the jeweled crown, and sweet horse with marabou feather accents. The fall of the berlin wall and reunification of germany in 1990 made it possible for christian ullbricht to repurchase the ulbricht family properties in seiffen and erzgebirge. Christian ulbricht nutcracker graduate is not available for sale online. There is a gold tone name plaque on the base and he is carrying a pick ax. For auction is a christian ulbricht sneezy nutcracker. This wooden nutcracker is an original ulbricht design that was expertly handcrafted and handpainted by craftsmen in germany. Holzkunst christian ulbricht nutcracker, handmade in west.
Ulbricht has been producing nutcrackers for many decades, since the very first by otto ulbricht in the early 1900s. Christian ulbricht nutcracker scarecrow from wizard of oz series limited edition of 5,000 pieces made in germany product information product dimensions 6 x 6 x 16 inches item weight 4. Christian ulbricht nutcrackers the christmas sleigh. Christian ulbricht nutcracker aviator is not available for sale online. Christian ulbricht nutcrackers premium limited editions. After world war ii, when the area became the east german zone and private industry was taken out of the hands of individuals, otto took his family across the border to the.
Christian ulbricht was born in seiffen on february 15, 1933. Christian ulbricht white king nutcracker frontgate. It was christian ulbricht who began to produce nutcrackers for the international market. Ulbricht nutcrackers german nutcracker erzgebirgepalace. Here we have a selection of absolutely beautiful christian ulbricht nutcrackers. Perhaps the finest of all german nutcracker makers, we have been honored by christian or gunther ulbricht s presence at our open house each november for the past 23 years. Choose a different manufacturer or show all products within this category. This nutcracker is made of wood and is in the form of the grumpy from the movie snow white and the seven dwarfs. Originally from seiffen, otto ulbricht moved his family to west germany in lauingen to continue his profitable nutcracker business after private industry was taken from individuals when world war ii ended. History of the nutcracker no one knows where the first nutcracker was born, or even what he looked like. Note the beautiful detail and the expert hand work of these gorgeous nutcrackers. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands. German christmas nutcracker santa claus natural 40,0cm 15. The natural nutcrackers have exquisite wood tone colors.
Ulbricht nutcrackers christian ulbricht nutcrackers. Buy ulbricht german christmas nutcracker drummer red 28, 5cm 11 inch christian. The white king nutcracker from alexander taron is decked out in stylish white with a gold scepter. Christian ulbricht nutcracker handcrafted wooden nutcracker with carved details. Nutcracker black forester with cuckoo clock 27,0 cm 10. Holzkunst christian ulbricht nutcracker, handmade in west germany. Brian young, the owner, had been retired for 2 years from being managing director of a large retail group in london but was in need of some interest and a small shop in a seasonal business sounded ideal. This third generation family business has factories in seiffen in the heart of the erzgebirge and lauingen in bavaria, germany. Christian ulbricht nutcrackers christmas treasures. Shop our best selection of christian ulbricht nutcrackers to reflect your style and inspire your home this time of year. Money back guarantee ensures you receive the item you ordered or get your money back. The handsome christian ulbricht natural wood drummer nutcracker features natural wood finishes that let the grain shine through.
Like it add to collection add to collection please create an account, or log in here. His father, otto, a professional wood turner who started his own business in 1928, built a new factory in 1934. Christian ulbricht s quality and attention to detail denote a style to these products made by the ulbricht family since 1928 that represents a 300 year old erzgebirge tradition. His samples become the reference for the workers who handcraft the finished pieces, using only the finest wood and materials. Otto ulbricht, a professional wood turner who started his own business in 1928, built a new factory in. Rare vintage expertic original erzgebirge wood nutcracker. Christian ulbricht nutcracker scarecrow from wizard of oz series limited edition of 5,000 pieces made in germany product information product dimensions.
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Christian ulbricht nutcrackers have been produced in germany since 1929 and is considered the premier german nutcracker maker. The ulbricht family legacy of creating worldrenowned nutcrackers, smokers, pyramids and ornaments has flourished. Product title alexander taron 0360 christian ulbricht nutcracker. In great condition, with some small marks to the paint finish, see last pic. Shop now for christian ulbricht nutcrackers and smokers, authentic christian ulbricht nutcrackers and smokers, available at. Patrick and nancy with gunther ulbricht beside nancy and alexander taron. Especially in the usa many enthusiast are collecting ulbricht nutcracker. 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. Ulbricht nutcrackers l a christmas carol by dickens. Please call your local store to check instore availability before heading there. History of the nutcracker history of the rauchermen smoking men. This nutcracker showcases the precise handcarving and attention to detail that is a hallmark of christian ulbricht figurines. Dieser nussknacker wurde im jahre 20 zum ersten mal gefertigt.
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