Built from solid iron
This figure is 100 percent iron with a powder coated shell, so it has real weight and a durable finish that shrugs off bumps and holds its color far better than resin or painted wood.
17.25" Tall Metal Nutcracker Figurine with Gifts "Nikolai"
A 17.25 inch hand painted iron nutcracker, the "Nikolai" figure holding a stack of gifts, built to bring old world Christmas charm indoors or out.
$118.99
- 17.25 in tall
- 100 percent iron build
- Hand painted antique finish
- Powder coated, weather resistant
- Indoor and outdoor safe
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A hand painted holiday sentry that brings old world Christmas charm to a mantel or shelf
At a Glance
- Height: 17.25 in tall
- Build: 100 percent iron, powder coated
- Finish: Hand painted with a distressed antique look
- Style: "Nikolai", holding a stack of wrapped gifts
- Use: Indoor and outdoor safe, freestanding
- Weight: about 3.24 lb
This nutcracker is crafted from solid iron and hand painted one at a time, so it has real weight in hand and the timeworn look of an old world Christmas piece. The distressed finish is meant to read antique, not glossy and new, which is what gives it that classic, collected feel. Nikolai stands 17.25 inches tall and carries an armful of wrapped presents, one of four traditional characters you can gather into a set. It is powder coated and weather resistant, so it stands guard on a mantel one year and a covered porch the next with nothing to assemble.
Key Features
- Solid iron build: Crafted from 100 percent iron and powder coated for extra protection, so it feels substantial in hand and holds up far better than molded resin or painted wood.
- Hand painted antique finish: Each figure is hand painted with a distressed, antique look, giving it the timeworn charm of a classic nutcracker rather than a shiny mass produced one.
- Indoor and outdoor ready: It is weather resistant and safe indoors or out, so it can stand on a mantel one season and a covered porch the next without worry.
- The "Nikolai" character: Nikolai cradles a stack of holiday gifts and stands 17.25 inches tall, one of four traditional characters you can collect as a set.
What's Included
In the box you get one "Nikolai" nutcracker, hand painted and ready to display straight out of the carton. It arrives as a single freestanding piece with nothing to assemble.
Before You Buy
- This listing is the single "Nikolai" figure. The full lineup has four characters and this one is Nikolai, holding a stack of wrapped gifts. Order the others if you want to collect the set.
- The finish is distressed on purpose. It is hand painted to look aged and antique, so slight variation and a worn look are part of the design rather than flaws.
- It stands 17.25 inches tall. That is a substantial tabletop size, so pick a clear spot on a mantel, shelf, or entry table before it arrives.
Perfect For
- A mantel, shelf, or entry table dressed for the holidays
- Collectors gathering a set of classic hand painted nutcrackers
- A covered porch or storefront that needs a durable holiday accent
- Anyone who loves a traditional, old world Christmas look
Care & Use
- Wipe with a soft dry cloth to keep the painted finish clean.
- Bring it under cover or indoors in harsh weather to protect the paint.
- Set it on a level surface so it stands square and steady.
- Wrap it in soft paper when you pack it away for the season.
Shipping
Ships from Lansdale, PA within 1 to 2 business days in a single carton. Standard Shipping at no charge to the East Coast, Midwest, and South, with UPS Ground rates shown at checkout for the West. You can see your estimated arrival date at checkout.
Why this nutcracker stands out
Hand painted, one at a time
Every nutcracker is hand painted with a distressed, antique finish, so the timeworn look and small character marks give it the charm of a classic heirloom rather than a mass produced piece.
Ready indoors or out
Weather resistant and safe for indoor or outdoor display, it stands freely with no assembly, so you can move it from a holiday mantel to a covered porch and back year after year.
Nikolai at a glance
The details that matter when you find a spot for him.
17.25 in
Tall and freestanding
100%
Iron, powder coated
Hand painted
Distressed antique finish
1 to 2 days
Ships from Lansdale, PA
Which holiday nutcracker should I choose?
vs. a wooden nutcracker
Painted wood can chip and crack if it takes a knock or sits somewhere damp. This one is solid iron with a powder coated finish, so it holds up indoors or on a covered porch.
vs. a molded resin figure
Resin figures are light and can look plasticky up close. At 100 percent iron and hand painted, this nutcracker has real heft and an antique finish that reads far richer.
vs. a small tabletop figurine
A tiny figure gets lost among the rest of the decor. At 17.25 inches tall, Nikolai stands out as a centerpiece on a mantel, shelf, or entry table.
Fits your space
A substantial tabletop figure that anchors a holiday display without taking over the surface.
- Height
- 17.25 in
- Weight
- about 3.24 lb
- At 17.25 inches tall it stands well above most tabletop decor, so it works as the centerpiece of a mantel or shelf.
- It has a slim, freestanding base, so it fits a shelf edge, an entry table, or a windowsill without crowding the space.
- At about 3.24 pounds it is solid but easy to lift and reposition with one hand.
Full Specifications
Every detail, measured and listed
| Overall height | 17.25 in |
|---|---|
| Style | "Nikolai", holds a stack of wrapped gifts |
| Material | 100 percent iron |
| Coating | Powder coated |
| Finish | Hand painted, distressed antique look |
| Weather | Weather resistant |
| Placement | Freestanding |
| Use | Indoor and outdoor safe |
| Product weight | 3.24 lb |
| Packaged | One piece per inner |
| MPN | ZR191187 |
FAQs
Common questions that customers ask
What is the nutcracker made of?
It is crafted from 100 percent iron and powder coated for protection, then hand painted with a distressed, antique finish. That gives it real weight and a durable surface.
How tall is it and how much does it weigh?
Nikolai stands 17.25 inches tall and weighs about 3.24 pounds, a substantial tabletop size that works as a centerpiece on a mantel, shelf, or entry table.
Can I display it outdoors?
Yes. It is weather resistant and safe for indoor or outdoor use. For the longest life, keep it on a covered porch and bring it under cover in harsh weather.
Does it come as a set?
No. This listing is the single "Nikolai" figure, the one holding a stack of wrapped gifts. He is one of four traditional characters, so you can order the others to complete the set.
Why does the finish look worn?
That is by design. Each piece is hand painted with a distressed, antique finish, so slight variation and a timeworn look are part of its old world charm, not defects.
How fast does it ship and can I return it?
Orders ship from Lansdale, PA within 1 to 2 business days in a single carton. If it is not right, you have 30 days from delivery to return unused items in the original packaging.
More holiday decor
CurbGo hunts down the well made version of seasonal decor and skips the middleman markup. This nutcracker is cast from solid iron, powder coated, and hand painted with a distressed antique finish, so it reads like a collected heirloom instead of a mass produced figure. It is the kind of holiday piece we love to carry, built to last.
Bring home a classic nutcracker
Fast shipping from Pennsylvania, 30 day returns, and a solid iron figure hand painted to last for years.
