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Vintage Steinbach GmbH hardcover collector’s reference book, The History and Tales of Nutcrackers from Old Germany—Your Collector’s Items. Printed in West Germany and illustrated throughout with historic information and numerous examples of Steinbach handmade wooden nutcrackers.This is a particularly appealing association/presentation copy. It contains a personalized inscription dated December 12, 1991 and signed by Christian Steinbach, an additional signed inscription beneath his portrait inside the book, and a separate loose portrait photograph bearing another Christian Steinbach signature. A folded Steinbach promotional brochure/catalog is also included.The black signature printed beneath the introductory text appears to be part of the book’s printing and is not being represented as an additional original autograph.The book is identified internally as the sixth expanded edition. Text is presented in German and English. Copyright 1980.Included:* Hardcover Steinbach collector’s book
* Personalized dated inscription
* Three apparent original Christian Steinbach signatures
* Loose signed portrait photograph
* Folded Steinbach brochure/catalogVintage condition with light cover wear and minor marks. The accompanying brochure has noticeable folds and creasing. Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description. The signatures have not been independently authenticated and are sold as found.A distinctive piece of Steinbach company history and an excellent addition to a German folk-art, Christmas, or nutcracker collection.
