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Steinbach Nutcracker Auction – Limited Editions, Christmas Legends & German Volkskunst

Tue, Nov 10, 2026 06:00PM EST - Tue, Dec 1, 2026 08:00PM EST
  2026-11-10 18:00:00 2026-12-01 20:00:00 America/New_York Cates Auction Cates Auction : Steinbach Nutcracker Auction – Limited Editions, Christmas Legends & German Volkskunst https://shop.catesauction.com/auctions/cates-auction-realty-co-inc/steinbach-nutcracker-auction-limited-editions-christmas-legends-german-volkskunst-25777
Ends: Tuesday, December 1, 2026 — Begins closing at 7:00 PM Central Pick Up Date: Thursday, December 3, 2026 Pick Up Time: 12:00–4:00 PM Pick Up Address: Cates Auction & Realty Co., Inc., 1440 Iron Street, North Kansas City, MO 64116 Shipping: Available nationwide; see instructions below
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Lot 41

Steinbach Volkskunst Happy Wanderer Nutcracker

Starting Bid
$10

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A vintage Steinbach "Happy Wanderer" nutcracker, hand-carved and painted in Germany. This charming piece features a blue jacket, striped pants, a green hat adorned with feathers and a flower, and carries a plaid bag filled with food and a bottle of wine. The nutcracker is in good condition with some minor signs of wear consistent with age. A small wooden suitcase is missing from this nutcracker. Item is stamped and tag is included for authenticity. 

Condition

Vintage condition with minor paint wear and scuffs consistent with age and use. Most original accessories are present but a small wooden suitcase is missing. 

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