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🐭 Steinbach "Herr Ratty" S1849 – Signed Limited Edition Nutcracker from Wind in the Willows
A charming and highly collectible piece from Steinbach's beloved character series — "Herr Ratty" (S1849), inspired by the classic Wind in the Willows character. Limited to just 7,500 pieces worldwide, this is Nr. 000831 — a low number within the edition.
The bottom is personally signed in red marker by Karla Steinbach, inscribed "Best Wishes – Karla Steinbach, 2001" with a hand-drawn Christmas tree. A signed piece from a member of the Steinbach family is a meaningful find for serious collectors.
✨ Highlights:
- 🏷️ Brand: Original Steinbach Volkskunst, Germany
- 🔢 Edition: Limited — Nr. 000831 of 7,500
- ✍️ Signed: Karla Steinbach, 2001
- 🎨 Design: Mouse/rat figure with hand-painted wooden head, fur ear tufts, plaid tweed overcoat with rear pocket detail, dark green pants, black shoes, felt bow tie, and deerstalker-style plaid cap
- 🏮 Accessories: Tall wooden walking staff with hanging painted lantern (black top, yellow body); original Steinbach hang tag attached
- 🪵 Base: Round orange-stained wood base with brass nameplate reading "HERR RATTY"
- 📦 Box: Original Steinbach GmbH box included (worn)
- 🇩🇪 Made: Handcrafted in Germany
📦 What's Included:
- Steinbach S1849 "Herr Ratty" nutcracker figure
- Walking staff with lantern
- Original Steinbach hang tag
- Original box
📋 Condition Notes:
Figure is in excellent display condition with no observed paint loss, missing parts, or fabric damage. Original box present but shows age-related wear to flaps. [CHECK THIS: confirm approximate height for listing — likely 15–17" range with staff.]
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