Good Luck Chimney Sweep Nutcracker-Excellent Condition

You are bidding on one of my listed Nutcrackers.  This is the 12" Chimney Sweep, which brings good luck to every household.  His maker is Holzkunst Gahlenz.  He has been on display in my home in a bookcase but is still in excellent condition.  He retails for $69, but I do not have a box.   

Nutcrackers were created in Germany as a tool for opening or removing the shells of nuts. Over the years, these beautifully crafted, carved Nutcrackers emerged as highly collectible figurines. Carved characters took on the image of birds, animals and human forms. Levers or screws on the back could be worked to push the lower jaw up against the upper jaw to crush the nut in the mouth of the Nutcracker doll.

Nutcrackers were given as a keepsake to protect ones home and as a symbol of good luck. They represented power and strength and served as guard to keep away evil spirits. With their fierce demeanor, they bare their teeth to protect the home and are a traditional figure of goodwill.

**If for any reason you are dissatisfied with your purchase, please contact me before returning your item.  I do offer combined shipping for items paid for at the same time.  Just let me know when you are finished for a total.  Thanks for bidding!