This charming hand-crafted wooden nutcracker was purchased a number of years ago and has never been placed on display. It has been stored in a nutcracker box (although not the original box for this nutcracker). It is in new/original condition. The base is signed "EM Merck." It was made in Germany for Old World Christmas. Height, including base, is approximately 10.5". This whimsical fellow would be a wonderful addition to any collection.