Gröden Valley Nutcrackers XVIII–XIX century

A nutcracker collector from Lithuania – Arnas Jurskis – presents the first book of its kind in the world: „Gröden Valley Nutcrackers XVIII–XIX century“.

This book will outline the geographical and historical context of nutcracker production in the Gröden Valley. Trace the evolution of the “caricature nutcrackers,” their symbolic significance, and their connections to characters from the commedia dell’arte. Additionally, we delve into the inspiration and craftsmanship behind the “sculptural screw nutcrackers,” exploring the specific figures they represent.

– Chronology and evolution of „caricature and sculptural nutcrackers“ in one publication

– High-quality photos with descriptions

– 176 pages

– Publication is limited to 500 copies

Price 59 Eur