Thomas Kinkade America The Beautiful Illuminated Santa Figurine Appraisal

Thomas Kinkade 'America The Beautiful' Illuminated Santa Figurine

This is a collectible figurine featuring an Old World style Santa Claus, titled 'America The Beautiful,' often associated with the Bradford Exchange or Hawthorne Village. The figure stands approximately 7 to 9 inches tall and is constructed from a matte-finished resin or bisque porcelain material. Santa is depicted wearing a unique powder-blue hooded robe with white textured faux-fur trim. The base of his robe is intricately decorated with a wrap-around mural including a lighthouse, representative of classic American scenic themes. He holds a golden scroll inscribed with patriotic virtues such as 'Liberty,' 'Freedom,' and 'Justice.' The figurine is mounted on a faceted, cherry-finished wooden base that features a brass-tone nameplate with the title of the piece. The craftsmanship shows highly detailed textures in the beard and trim, with a soft, airbrushed color palette. Based on the style and typical production runs for this brand, it likely dates from the late 1990s to early 2000s. The piece appears to be in good vintage condition with no visible cracks or heavy chips, though slight surface dust and minimal wear to the wooden base are present. This item likely includes an internal light source, a hallmark of these holiday collectibles.