Steinbach \"Herr Ratty\" S1849 Nutcracker Signed Karla Steinbach LE 831/7500 Box For Sale

🐭 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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