The Nutcracker Limited Edition: A Pop-Up Adaptation of E.T.A. Hoffmann’s Original Tale.
Carter, David A. and Noelle Carter.
New York: Simon & Schuster, 2000. Printed in Colombia.
Limited Numbered First Edition, one of only 150 copies. This is no. 14, hand-signed by both David A. Carter and Noelle Carter on the limitation page.
Fine/As New red cloth-bound hardcover with gilt-stamped lettering on spine and rear board. Special limited-edition pop-up title plate mounted to the front board. Housed in the original matching red cloth slipcase, also Fine/As New.
Pop-up adaptation of Hoffmann’s classic Christmas tale. After learning how the toy nutcracker came to be cursed with his ugly face, Marie helps break the spell and watches him transform into a handsome prince.
Contains 10 elaborate pop-up scenes, 4 pull-tabs, and an additional cover pop-up found only in this limited edition. Approximately 11.25 x 10 inches. All pop-ups clean, bright, and fully functional. A superb copy of a scarce modern movable.
Collectors’ Corner:
David A. Carter is a master paper engineer and creator of the bestselling “Bugs” series, which has sold more than six million copies. He is also the author and illustrator of the acclaimed Color series, including One Red Dot, Blue 2, 600 Black Spots, Yellow Square, and White Noise, and is known for pushing the boundaries of modern pop-up design for both children and adults.
Noelle Carter is a frequent collaborator, co-author, and illustrator who has worked with David A. Carter on numerous pop-up and interactive children’s books. Her creative contributions help shape the narrative and visual style of their projects, including this deluxe limited edition of The Nutcracker.