German Santa

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Posted by boopsie

17 years ago

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Description been in family for many years. In excellent condition. The sleigh is hand carved wood with metal runners. The santa has no damage other fading. The celluloid reindeer are not dented, one was a replacement. The leather harnesses are very old an brittle and the reins are the original twisted cord, also very fragile. The reindeer's hooves fit into grooves in the white wood board on which they stand. There are six reindeer about 5 inches long. Tried to upload photos and it will not allow.

Category Decorative Arts

Medium wood, cloth, metal, celluloid

Distinguishing marks Open Santa candy box marked "Germany"

Condition Excellent

Size and dimensions of this item Santa about 12 " high, entire ensemble about 40" long

History Been in my family for generations, Santa marked Germany inside, comes apart-candy box

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