Carved Resin Folk Art Santa Claus Figurine

This item is a decorative folk-art style figurine of Santa Claus, likely part of a contemporary seasonal collection such as Jim Shore’s Heartwood Creek or a similar artisan line. The piece is constructed from cast resin, meticulously molded to mimic the texture of hand-carved wood, featuring visible 'chisel marks' and a rugged surface. Santa is depicted in a long, red hooded robe accented with green and yellow vertical stripes and gold-toned cuffs. His facial features are expressive, with bright blue eyes, rosy cheeks, and an elongated white beard with deep textural grooving. The figure stands on a circular, textured base with a festive holly and vine motif painted around the edge. In his right hand, he holds a wire strand decorated with four small metal bells, and in his left, a woven basket containing a small reindeer and two dangling gold-tone stars. The color palette is traditional yet muted, utilizing primary reds and greens with cream highlights. The condition appears to be good with minimal visible wear; some minor surface dust and slight oxidation on the wire elements are present, which may be intentional to enhance the 'vintage' aesthetic. This piece likely dates from the late 20th to early 21st century.