His right arm is starting to separate at the elbow, but could easily be reglued. He stands 15tall and comes from west germany in the 1980s. I have china made in democratic republic of germany. The classical german erzgebirge nutcracker has a grim look and a big angry mouth. The ulbricht family lived in the german erzgebirge until the end of world war ii. Vtg german nutcracker bavarian drinker with hb hofbrauhaus beer real fur 10 12. East germany simple english wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Apr 15, 2016 these nutcrackers are a good friend of mines collection.
It was formed from part of the soviet occupation zone of germany, including part of the city of berlin. Ulbricht and hodrewa are good brands new or vintage. The german democratic republic, deutsche demokratische republik, or ddr, was the socialist state established in 1949 in the soviet zone of occupied germany and in the eastern zone of the allied occupied capital city of berlin. German christmas pyramids between naps on the porch. Vintage orig erzgebirge girlbaby carriage made in german democratic republic. The ulbricht family roots can be traced back to the 17 th century. Veb hodrewa rothenthal germany st patricks nutcracker. A personal story about how i celebrated holidays when i was a kid and how i fell in love with my first nutcracker. German democratic republic historical nation, germany.
The matching nutcracker dolls of this collection feature red tone painted coats, black hats, blue pants, grey tone faux hair and round bases. She added that these collectibles are all from the erzgebirge which is in the east of germany, former german democratic republic. This is a vintage wood nutcracker, 11 58 inches tall. Our ornaments and figurines are suitable for collectors and interior designers. East germany was a satellite state of the soviet union. East germany german democratic republic countries office of. Besides the popular nutcrackers, the steinbach company also produces incense smokers, music boxes and an array or ornaments. You will find antiques, fine art, furniture and home accessories at every price point and style. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Erzgebirge nutcracker in christmas nutcrackers 1991now. There is paint loss to the top of the shoulders, shoe buckles, and red vestshirt. Steinbach german nutcracker wooden smoker figurine pine cone hairbeard nice.
He has on a brown jacket with red and silver trim and long black. Long before the first christian ulbricht nutcrackers were designed. Make offer german democratic republic nutcracker red palace guard soldier erzgebirge w box. 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. Vintage erika model 41 typewriter german democratic republic original manual. Vintage veb hodrewa rothenthal wood nutcracker gdr german democratic republic. Original erzgebirge expertic nutcracker made in gdr german. Recognition of the german democratic republic, and the establishment of diplomatic relations and the american embassy in berlin, 1974 in response to the improvement of relations between the two german governments, representatives of the united states and gdr negotiated arrangements for u. Vintage holzkunst christian ulbricht nutcracker wood carver. Handcrafted miniatures from the erzgebirge sachsen imports.
Nutcracker made in german democratic republic erzgebirge nutcracker dimensions 11 tall x 3 12 in diameter at the widest point this colorful hand made and hand painted german nutcracker represents a soldier in his uniform. The popularity of nutcrackers is in part due to their whimsical and interesting design. German nutcracker in christmas nutcrackers 19461990 for. The flag of east germany was the official national flag of the german democratic republic east germany during its existence from 1949 to 1990. German democratic republic was founded and operated from west germany.
Vintage democratic republic germany german nutcracker soldier. The german democratic republic was established in the soviet zone, while the federal republic was established in the three western zones. Often the nutcracker is the image of authorities from the past. Authentic german christmas nutcrackers erzgebirge palace. The nutcracker was first developed around 1870 and is nowadays one of the most famous representatives of the erzgebirge. It covered the area of the presentday german states of mecklenburgvorpommern, brandenburg, berlin excluding west berlin, sachsen, sachsenanhalt, and thuringen. Also, be sure to check out the signed and numbered framed prints. Gdr nutcracker in christmas nutcrackers 19461990 for sale ebay. This is 11 tall if the photos do not answer all your questions feel free to email me and i will be happy to send some more photos or answer any question. Especially kings, soldiers and gendarmes are often used as a model. Vintage german original erzgebirge nutcracker by hodrewa legler.
East germany, officially the german democratic republic gdr. 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. Typical motifs are state authorities like kings, soldiers and policemen. German democratic republic nutcracker red palace guard soldier erzgebirge w box. Nutcracker veb made in german democratic republic etsy. Ulbricht nutcrackers german nutcracker erzgebirge palace. The erzgebirge today is a region in the state of saxonia, germany that was once part of the german democratic republic until the fall of the berlin wall in 1989. Vintage wooden nutcracker soldier in blue wsword erzgebirgische gdr. As a very special gift we recommend steinbach nutcrackers limited editions, kwo mozart orchestra, schwibbogen dresdner frauenkirche and christmas pyramids with. Veb hodrewa rothenthal made in german democratic republic. The new east german government instructed companies to replace the marks used made in germany with made in gdr or made in german democratic republic. The name steinbach is recognized all over the world for the unique design of their wood carved steinbach nutcracker masterpieces. Deutsche demokratische republik ddr, commonly called east germany german. Germany imports, made in germany erzgebirge gifts and collectibles.
What would erzgebirge folkart be without its nutcrackers. German nutcracker in collectable nut crackers for sale ebay. The german town of seiffen is known for its handcrafted christmas ornaments like these nutcrackers in the workshop of seiffener. The packaging for these dolls identifies this doll as the wachsoldat which translates to awake soldier. Extensive selection of german pyramids, you will find smokers that burn our imported german incense. Dec 12, 2011 you can get unique, vintage german nutcrackers for cheap on ebay. Ulbricht nutcrackers german nutcracker erzgebirgepalace. Dreaming of an artisanal christmas the new york times. Vintage nutcracker german democratic republic chimney sweep.
Their miniature handcrafted pyramids and arches fit into any handbag, but that of course is not where they belong. When napoleon bonaparte conquered germany the erzgebirge craftsmen produced napoleon nutcrackers and later on the famous german chancellor bismarck was portrait. Gdr nutcracker in christmas nutcrackers 19461990 for. Their beautiful nutcrackers today are among the most popular german treasures.
Vintage erzgebirge wooden nutcracker of soldier germany. New listing vintage nutcracker soldier erzgebirge germany democratic republic ex3900. Vintage german nutcracker vero made in german democratic republic 10 12. Unfollow vintage german nutcrackers to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Deutsche demokratische republik ddr, often known in english as east germany, existed from 1949 to 1990. Christmas nutcrackers16 of 24 my nutcracker king, help me identify this lady. Money back guarantee ensures you receive the item you ordered or get your money back. Vintage german democratic republic chimney sweep wooden nutcracker wbox about 11 12 tall chimney sweep with ladder fur hair paint in good condition except the hat cracking at the base box included shows some wear made in german democratic republic pictures. Come shop the aisles of our 50,000 square foot design center. The very first nutcracker, long before the german erzgebirge nutcrackers that. Mexican nutcracker made in german democrate republic. During the 19 th century the nutcrackers became more and more popular and were sold. Three authentic german gdr erzgebirge nutcracker dolls.
Small but fine klein aber fein is the motto in the drechsel workshop in the small town of augustusburg in the erzgebirge region of germany. The erzgebirgepalace offers the complete world of the german erzgebirge folkart to collectors and enthusiasts of traditional wooden gifts and woodcarving decorations made in germany. Traditional mini wood nutcracker made in eastern germany. Our steinbach and christian ulbricht nutcrackers are timeless treasures perfect for a gift or to add to your home or collection. Nutcracker made in german democratic republic erzgebirge nutcracker dimensions 11 tall x 3 1 2 in diameter at the widest point this colorful hand made and hand painted german nutcracker represents a soldier in his uniform. He appears to be incognito with his sunglasses on while he makes toys. Vintage erzgebirge santa nutcracker made in germany german.
Begun many years ago by herr christian steinbach the king of steinbach nutcrackers the tradition of creating fine, handcarved steinbach german nutcrackers is being continued by his daughter, karla steinbach. Detailed information about christian ulbricht nutcrackers from the german. Sue collected them over a number of yearsfrom the late 1970s through the 1980. New listing orginal erzgebirge expertic wooden nutcracker 16 german democratic republic. Vintage democratic republic germany german nutcracker soldier in box 14, status. The steinbach family has endured persecution, relocation and a world of other trials in their nearly 200 years of production. Find german democratic republic from a vast selection of collectibles. Learn the connection between nutcracker dolls and the famous nutcracker ballet. Painted wooden nutcracker made in democratic republic of germany. Vintage original erzgebirge german democratic republic. German porcelain april, 2004 newsletter nancys antiques. I do not know much about nutcrackers but i now find myself with 39 of them. Soviet occupation authorities began transferring administrative responsibility to german communist leaders in 1948.
Kg we are one of the biggest manufacturer of original erzgebirge folk art. The bottom says german democratic republic which was east germany. Vintage erzgebirge germany soldier nutcracker, 15 wooden nut. These backstamps were used approximately for pieces manufactured between 1890 to 1949. Veb hodrewa rothenthal germany gdr nutcracker wsword. More of the rauchermannchen that smoke thanks cornelia for sharing your beautiful collection of german christmas pyramids and rauchermannchen with us. A collection of four wood nutcracker dolls manufactured by vero.
Walter ulbricht, german communist leader and head of the postworld war ii german democratic republic, or east germany. Just in time for the holidays, this auction features a collection of steinbach limited edition, numbered hand made german nutcrackers, as well as some from other german makers. For more of two centuries the steinbach family had been producing fine wooden products such as steinbach nutcrackers, incense smokers and wooden ornaments. Old world woden nutcracker, made in german, handcrafted, very good condition in open box. Explore our diversity and enjoy our products, because. Nutcracker veb made in german democratic republic soldier. Nutcracker veb made in german democratic republic soldier dimensions 11 tall x 3 12 wide x 3 12 deep we purchased this nutcracker from the estate sale. This has a stamp on the bottom that says made in german democratic republic. German nutcracker made in german democratic republic etsy. Made in german democratic republic old stock from the 1980s. German democratic republic, byname east germany, german deutsche demokratische republik, or ostdeutschland, former country 194990 that constitutes the northeastern section of presentday germany q. Since the area of the erzgebirge lies in the former german democratic republic, the marienberg workshop was built after the communist occupation had finally ended. Orginal erzgebirge expertic wooden nutcracker 16 german democratic republic. The area of erzgebirge is roughly 90 miles long and 30 miles wide and its rough climate is the target of cold and bitter russian winds.
Signed christian ulbricht germany wooden thomas jefferson nutcracker 15 tall. Since the area of the erzgebirge lies in the former german democratic republic, the marienberg workshop was built after the communist occupation had finally. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Vintage nutcracker german democratic republic chimney. The flag was outlawed as an unconstitutional and criminal symbol in west germany and west berlin, where it was referred to as the spalterflagge. Original erzgebirge nutcracker made in gdr german democratic republic. Anything marked or with a sticker saying made in west germany or german democratic republic will also be good quality and will be able to crack nuts. The flags design and symbolism are derived from the flag of the weimar republic and communist symbolism. The german erzgebirge ore mountains is a mountain range in eastern germany. Ostdeutschland, was founded on 7 october 1949, after world war ii.
Nutcracker man with beer mug stein german democratic republic vintage. Find great deals on ebay for erzgebirge german vintage. The packaging for these dolls identifies this doll as the. German nutcrackers from the erzgebirge region of germany are sought by collectors all over the world. Check out our german nutcracker selection for the very best in unique or custom. Vintage germany gdr gahlenz wood nutcracker lumberjack. Easter and spring german ornaments christkindlmarkt. This is the period when the east germany government told companies to replace made in germany with gdr. Find great deals on ebay for german democratic republic and german democratic republic nutcracker. The german author jacob grimm 17851865 described nutcrackers as idols that are made to exorcize evil spirits. Unfollow vintage german nutcrackers to stop getting updates on. A guide to the united states history of recognition, diplomatic, and consular relations, by country, since 1776.
Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. Another reason that the erzgebirge nutcrackers have become so popular is that in 1949, after the german democratic republic was founded and operated from west germany, many manufacturers left the erzgebirge region. Nutcracker veb hodrewa rothenthal german democratic. Veb hodrewa rothenthal germany st patricks nutcracker gdr. It depicts a soldier with his sword standing at attention. German nutcrackers authentic nutcrackers from germany. Apr 19, 2015 original erzgebirge expertic nutcracker made in gdr german democratic republic 3 stay safe and healthy.