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German Handpainted Pewter Ornament Nutcracker

Manufacturer: Wilhelm Schweizer

SKU: CO23

Price: $39.50
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Item: Nutcracker
Type:Handpainted Pewter Ornament
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Pewter Ornaments, approx 2.5"H. Each ornament is handpainted on both sides by Wilhelm Schweizer, made in Germany.
Please Note: Due to each piece being individually handpainted, colors may vary from the picture

The History of Pewter Art

Since 1796, this rich tradition has been kept alive by the family of Wilhelm Schweizer. Even today they base their designs on originals often hundreds of years old.br>
Diessen, a small town located on the shores of beautiful Lake Ammersee in the heart of Bavaria's romantic countryside, has a rich historical and artistic heritage, which dates back to the 9th Century.

During Medieval Times, two important trade routes joined here, thus spurring the economic and cultural development of the region.

Diessen also was the way station for pilgrims who visited many shrines and monasteries located in that area.

Pewter amulets, ornaments, religious pictures and jewelry, sold at that time in churches and convents around Diessen became very popular.

Their professional ambition and artistic talent made the crafts people of Diessen famous, and their products were soon sold all over Europe as collectible Pewter Art.

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