This red Nutcracker King is a true masterpiece of traditional craftsmanship. He appears majestic, colorful, and yet classic – a king who demonstrates the vibrant artistry of Erzgebirge woodcarving.
His uniform shines in a rich, glazed red that beautifully highlights the natural grain of the wood. Combined with a deep, dark green and elegant gold accents, it creates a harmonious overall impression that instantly evokes the spirit of Christmas.
He wears a magnificent, high-set, and striking golden crown. The deeply cut points are adorned with star symbols, emphasizing his royal dignity. His face is sculpted with character: his clear blue eyes gaze attentively into the distance, while his rosy cheeks lend him a friendly air. The white mustache is precisely shaped and forms a striking contrast to the typical nutcracker mouth with its strong, white teeth.
His hair and beard are crafted from soft, white faux fur. The hair falls in fullness over his shoulders, lending the figure a lively, almost venerable air. The uniform is richly decorated: golden appliqués, resembling fine embroidery, gleam on the red chest. The sleeves are trimmed with gold vertical stripes, and a shimmering gold belt with fringed trim accentuates his waist.
In his right hand, he holds a golden scepter, simply yet elegantly turned and ending in a sphere. His legs are encased in dark green trousers, providing a striking color accent, while the lower legs are made of light natural wood. The black, glossy shoes are firmly anchored to a sturdy, round base of light wood.
This nutcracker exudes an upright, proud bearing. He is not merely a decorative figure, but a true statement piece – elegant, vibrant, and full of character. He combines a love of detail with the art of woodturning, demonstrating that classic design never goes out of style.
Whether as a highlight in your Christmas decorations, a treasured collector’s item, or a special gift – this red king brings splendor to any room. He is a true piece of tradition, crafted from solid wood with loving care. In short: A king with style and poise, a must-have for any sophisticated décor.
- Height: approx. 37 cm
- Width: approx. 13 cm
- Depth: approx. 11 cm
- Material: Local woods
In our range, you will find other beautiful nutcrackers from Christian Ulbricht and other manufacturers from the beautiful Ore Mountains.
If you want to learn more about nutcrackers and their history, you can find a great article about them on Wikipedia.
Safety instructions for Erzgebirge folk art pyramids.
• The pyramids are powered by burning candles! Therefore, make sure to keep a safe distance from curtains, furniture, upholstery and other flammable objects.
• Also remember that the pyramid is not a toy for children. Operation with an open flame may only take place under the constant supervision of adults.
• We accept no liability for damage caused by improper use or failure to observe these instructions.
Instructions for operation:
• Please only use high-quality candles that guarantee even burning. (Candles)
• Drafts can significantly affect the pyramid’s operation and should therefore be avoided at all costs.
Instructions for location:
• A solid and, above all, horizontal location (floor, table, etc.) is a prerequisite for a pyramid to run smoothly.
• When setting up the pyramid, make sure that the axis of the pyramid is in a vertical position. It must also be correctly positioned in the bearing.
• The middle part of the pyramid must be able to move freely.
Storage instructions:
• To ensure that the pyramid remains functional for many years, we recommend that you store it in a dry place.
• In addition, the pyramid should not be exposed to any major temperature fluctuations during storage.
Environmental damage caused by incorrect disposal of batteries
Batteries must not be disposed of in household waste. You are legally obliged to return old batteries so that proper disposal can be ensured. You can hand in old batteries at a municipal collection point or at a local retailer. As a distributor of batteries, we are also obliged to take back old batteries, although our obligation to take back is limited to old batteries of the type that we have or have had in our range as new batteries. You can therefore either send old batteries of the aforementioned type back to us with sufficient postage or hand them in free of charge directly in our store at the address given in the imprint.
Batteries are marked with the symbol of a crossed-out garbage can. This symbol indicates that batteries must not be thrown in household waste. For batteries that contain more than 0.0005 percent mercury (HG) by weight, more than 0.002 percent cadmium (Cd) by weight or more than 0.004 percent lead (Pb) by weight, the chemical name of the pollutant used is located under the garbage can symbol.
Dispose of electrical devices in an environmentally friendly manner
Electrical devices must not be disposed of with household waste. According to the European directive on waste electrical and electronic equipment, used electrical devices must be collected separately and sent to special collection and return systems. Owners of old devices from private households can hand them in at the collection points of the public waste disposal authorities or at the return points set up by manufacturers or distributors in accordance with the ElektroG.
Make sure that no beard hairs protrude in front of or into the mouth hole, otherwise no suction can be created and the cone can suffocate.
- Remove the upper body
- Light the incense cone (15 mm) at the tip and place it on a metal plate
- Put the upper body back on and enjoy the scent
- Then empty the ash into a non-flammable container.
- Not a toy for children!
- Please only use under adult supervision!
- Caution, smoldering incense cones and metal plates are very hot!
