Fleur-de-Lis Drummer Christmas Wooden Nutcracker 15 in by Wizardi F07M6-3A

Lead the holiday parade with the Fleur-de-Lis Drummer, a wooden Christmas nutcracker by Wizardi — a traditional drummer in a tall black top hat with a gold fleur-de-lis and band, a fluffy white beard under a curled moustache, and a bright red jacket trimmed in gold braid with green jewel buttons. He holds drumsticks over a red-and-gold drum, with white trousers and black boots laced in gold on a round red base.

A little collector's folklore: the drummer set the beat for the whole regiment, and collectors say a drummer nutcracker on the mantel keeps the household marching happily through the holidays.

Why this nutcracker: if you want the classic red drummer that everyone pictures when they think of a nutcracker, he is it — bold, traditional and instantly festive. At 15 inches he anchors a mantel or entry table on his own.

In the box: one Fleur-de-Lis Drummer nutcracker in painted wood with a white faux-fur beard and a drum, packed in a red gift box with a window. A decorative nutcracker, not intended for cracking nuts. Ready to display, no assembly needed.

Stand him with the rest of the royal series — the commander (F07M6-3B), the royal king (F07M6-3C) and the imperial guard (F07M6-3D). Dust with a soft, dry brush and keep away from moisture and heat. A decoration, not a toy.

Size: 38 cm tall (15 in). Classic Christmas mantel decor, and a festive gift for drummers, musicians and nutcracker collectors.