Product Overview
A large (12 inches tall), beautifully carved and painted Santa Claus. Rich blue and grey base coat with an incredible amount of detail work. The winter scene on the front as well as the toy bag are simply stunning. His coat and hat are beautifully detailed in raised filigree in a multitude of colors, gold and silver snowflakes, leaves and white opalescent accents. Deer's family in the winter forest painted on the back of Santa's coat. Santa's cloak is painted in blues, greys and whites and Santa's mittens decorated with snowflakes. He holds a staff in one hand and a large bag with two owls painted on it. Backdrops of frosted winter landscapes are painted around Santa's cloak.
He is a very happy Santa with friendly blue eyes. Extremely well done in every aspect. This Russian Santa is completely hand carved from solid linden wood. Unique, hand-crafted Santa is a one of a kind work of art. Artist Vladimir Shestobansky. Signed by the artist.
