The first nutcrackers, created mainly in the Erzgebirge, depicted images of kings, military officers, and other prominent members of the upper classes. Herr Steinbach, in his own unique way, altered this tradition and raised the nutcrackers to a different level. The subjects of the nutcrackers were expanded to depict characters from German folklore and legend. Introducing nutcrackers representing characters from different areas of the globe was another Steinbach innovation.
The first limited edition nutcracker piece was King Ludwig II, which was limited to pieces. The idea of a limited nutcracker produced an overwhelming response because it contributed to the collectability of the nutcrackers and greatly increased their value.
When Herr Steinbach crossed the Atlantic, he visited many collector shows and spoke to both existing collectors and those who were interested in starting a collection. His animated personality and sincere interest in each and every collector created instant electricity between the two. His individual treatment of each nutcracker collector combined with the superb quality of the pieces, helped create a uniquely collectible product which has survived the test of time.
The concept took hold and has expanded with collectors clubs, more limited editions and you, the collector who appreciates the beauty, quality and sense of exciting tradition that accompanies each individual nutcracker.
For most of two centuries the Steinbach family has been producing fine wood products. Karla Steinbach, who is Vice President, is being groomed to become the sixth generation to head the company after her father retires. The mettle of the family is evidenced in the quote: "If one does not work hard to earn the heritage, one will perish in the end or at best hold the stirrups for those who are on their way up.
At one time the curing and natural drying to the wood could take up to years depending upon the piece. The Cutting. First the wood is cut into specific sizes and shapes suitable for creating that special nutcracker. The Shaping. The Steinbach Family of Artisans. For most of two centuries, the Steinbach family has been producing fine wood products.
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