Step into the rich heritage of German craftsmanship with this striking wooden nutcracker, hailing from the renowned workshops of Steinbach Volkskunst in Hohenhameln, West Germany. Every detail of this figure tells a story, from the vibrant green top hat adorned with a festive red bow to the curious black cat perched faithfully upon his arm, holding a dangling golden chain and hook. The rich red trousers and brown jacket showcase meticulous hand-painted details, reflecting a tradition of woodworking passed down through generations.
This piece carries the unmistakable soul of European holiday folklore, complete with the maker's stamp proudly marked on the wooden base alongside a handwritten date from September 1994. While displaying minor scuffs and wear on the painted surfaces and wooden base consistent with its age and history, the mechanism remains intact and functional. Whether displayed as a centerpiece of a collection or a guardian of festive hearths, this characterful artisan creation promises to bring a touch of old-world charm to any space.
🍂✨ SEPTEMBER SHOWCASE ✨🍂
September is here, and so is a brand-new lineup of finds at Local Auction Co.! 🔎🔥 Our September Showcase brings together an incredible variety of antiques, collectibles, furniture, home décor, tools, electronics, and unique finds from multiple local estates and consignors.
🏺 Vintage & antique treasures
🥤 Collectible glassware & china
📻 Vintage audio equipment
🪑 MCM & antique furniture
🖼️ Artwork & paintings
🧰 Tools & useful finds
🧵 Handmade quilts & afghans
👟 Shoes & accessories
💍 Jewelry
🎮 Pop culture collectibles
💻 Assorted electronics
✨ And MUCH more!
From vintage metal lunchboxes and Roseville pottery to collectible Star Wars glasses, furniture, artwork, tools, electronics, china, textiles, and unexpected finds, this is one of those auctions where you really don’t know what you’ll discover on the next page. 👀
Whether you’re a collector hunting for something special 🏆, a reseller searching for your next find 💰, decorating your home 🏡, stocking the workshop 🔧, or simply love the thrill of an auction, there’s something here for just about everyone.
🍁 Hundreds of lots. Tons of variety. One September Showcase. 🍁
👀 Browse the full catalog
❤️ Save your favorites
🔔 Set those reminders
🔥 And get ready to BID!
Presented by Local Auction Co. 🔨✨
Removal times (Load Out Days) are by appointment ONLY. You will receive an email and/or text from Shipping Saint immediately after the auction closes. You will be offered all available dates and times. Please choose the time/date most convenient for you. Please do not wait because time slots fill up quickly! Removal dates for this auction are Friday; September 18th (9am-6pm), and Saturday; September 19th (9am-12pm) but may be either extended or adjusted as necessary by LOCAL Auction due to the amount of successful bidders. Please notify us by text or by phone call to ask for other arrangements.
We ship via Shipping Saint. If you chose shipping instead of pickup, your order will not be processed until the Monday following the last pickup day. You will then receive a shipping invoice that you will need to pay in order for your items to ship. We do NOT offer shipping quotes prior to pickup, so please make arrangements to EITHER have your items picked up on a scheduled load out day OR shipped. Please do not wait until the last load out day to request an additional pickup time or day.
If you know that you will need additional accommodations, please reach out to Ashlee (770) 519-2375 or Lucian (770) 519-4466 on or before Wednesday to inform us of the circumstances. We can almost always assist you if given enough notice. If you are a no call no show for load out, fail to schedule a load out/pick up time, or fail to pay, your credit card on file will be charged your invoiced amount and your items will be transported back to our auction house location for a an additional $25 fee. UNLESS prior arrangements have been made with our staff, storage fees of $5 per lot per day will be assessed for your items. Items not removed from the auction house within 30 days will be forfeited. All assessed fees will be charged to the credit card on file and/or invoiced to your address. Thank you for your attention in this matter!
