Handmade Wooden Folk Art Santa Claus Figure

This is a whimsical, handcrafted Santa Claus figure constructed from a rectangular wooden block base. The piece features a distinct mixed-media folk art style, likely dating from the late 20th century to early 21st century. The base is a solid wood block painted white, serving as Santa's body. The face is stylized with hand-painted blue eyes and a protruding, rounded wooden nose painted peach. A textured, white-painted beard made from a fiber-based putty or textured paste is applied to the front. The most prominent feature is a tall, cone-shaped hat covered in long, shaggy white faux fur, which accounts for approximately two-thirds of the total height. A notable decorative element is a small gold-toned angel charm or pin attached near the top fold of the faux fur hat. The craftsmanship is indicative of a 'cottage industry' or hobbyist production rather than mass factory manufacturing. Condition appears excellent with no visible shedding of the fur or chips in the paint, though a slight natural wood grain is visible through the white paint on the base. It stands as a unique example of contemporary seasonal folk art with a minimalist yet textured aesthetic.