Vintage Carved Wood-Style Santa Claus Christmas Ornament

This is a hanging Christmas ornament depicting a classic Father Christmas or Old World Santa figure. The piece is constructed from a molded resin or composite material designed to closely mimic the appearance of hand-carved wood, featuring deep vertical texturing and visible 'chisel marks' throughout the robe and beard. Santa is portrayed in a long, flowing red robe with tan or off-white trim, holding a small green pine tree with a gold star in his right arm. The color palette is muted and earthy, utilizing a dry-brush paint technique to accentuate the recessed textures and provide an aged, rustic patina. The figure has a long, pointed beard and a hood, typical of late 19th-century folk art styles. A small gold-colored screw eye is secured at the top of the head, threaded with a thin gold hanging cord. The condition appears excellent with no visible chips, cracks, or significant paint loss. Based on the craftsmanship and material, it likely dates from the late 20th century (circa 1980s-1990s), designed in the folk-art revival style frequently associated with Japanese manufacturing for the Western export market, often found under brands like Enesco or Jim Shore.