Vintage-Style Folk Art Santa Claus Figurine

This is a hand-painted, mixed-media Santa Claus figurine measuring approximately 8 to 10 inches in height. The piece features a highly detailed, sculpted face—likely made of resin or a similar polymer—with a realistic aged complexion, twinkling blue eyes, and a full, textured white beard with a yellowish patina. The figure is clad in a traditional red fabric coat and hat, trimmed with a thick, pebbled 'sherpa' or popcorn-fleece style material that simulates fur. He carries a small, green bottle-brush style evergreen tree in his green-gloved hands. A burlap sack filled with miniature toys and wrapped gifts is slung over his shoulder, secured with jute twine. The underlying structure appears to be a wire armature or solid composite base, ending in simple black-painted boots. Based on the craftsmanship and aesthetic, this appears to be a late 20th-century or early 21st-century collectible in the style of folk artists like Karen Rossi or entities like Department 56 or Hearthside Collection. The condition is good, showing minor age-related dust and slight fraying on the fabric edges. The lack of visible maker’s marks in the photo suggests a possible label on the underside of the base or foot.