Highland King with Spear Christmas Wooden Nutcracker 10 in by Wizardi F07AM9-22-N01890C

Add Highland charm to a shelf with the Highland King, a wooden Christmas nutcracker by Wizardi — a king in a white dome crown with a red jeweled band, a fluffy white beard under a curled moustache, and a tan faux-fur hood and cape over a green and black tartan plaid tunic. He holds a gold spear tied with a red velvet bow, with red and white fur-trimmed trousers and black boots on a red base edged in gold.

A little collector's folklore: in the Scottish Highlands the long winter nights were once warmed by feasts, music and tartan, and collectors say this king keeps the fire burning until the New Year.

Why this nutcracker: if you love a rustic or tartan Christmas, he brings cosy texture in a compact size. At under 10 inches he fits a windowsill, bookshelf or holiday tablescape, and he is also available at 15 inches.

In the box: one Highland King nutcracker in painted wood with a faux-fur hood, cape and beard, a fabric plaid tunic and a spear, packed in a red gift box with a window. A decorative nutcracker, not intended for cracking nuts. Ready to display, no assembly needed.

Group him with the wreath lumberjack and the soldier with Christmas tree (F07AM9-22-N01890A and B), or choose the 15 inch version (F07AM9-23-N01890C). Dust with a soft, dry brush and keep away from moisture and heat. A decoration, not a toy.

Size: 25 cm tall (9.8 in). Rustic tartan Christmas decor, and a cosy gift for anyone who loves a Scottish theme.