Nußknacker are a decorative form of nut crackers. Although they are usually able to crack nuts using their mouths, they are normally used as Christmas ornaments. They have the form of a person, such as a soldier in uniform. Originating from the area around the Ore mountains they can have around 60 moving parts! The figures inspired the Nutcracker Suite by Tchaikovsky. … [Read more...]
Nußknacker
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