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Santa on camel, first half 20th century

Item No.:: 18854
Shippingtime:: ca. 5-12 days (abroad may vary)
Stock:: 1 pieces

850,00 EUR

excl. Shipping costs

Description

Description

Santa riding a camel
Material: Santa with celluloid head, wire, cardboard. Camel made of papier-mâche, wood, glass eyes
Size: 56 cm high, 38 cm long, 13 cm wide
Weight: 1080 gr.
Age: first half of the 20th century
Origin: Germany

Condition:
The fur is worn, otherwise in good condition with signs of age and use. See photos.

Description:
A decorative figure of Saint Nicholas riding a camel, featuring elaborately crafted clothing and many charming details. Saint Nicholas wears a red robe trimmed with gold-coloured braid over a light-coloured undergarment with delicate lace edging. A tall bishop’s mitre adorned with a cross, a long white beard, and a decorative sprig with metallic ornaments and small beads complete the ensemble. The camel is fitted with a bridle and reins and mounted on a shaped wooden base. The combination of different materials and intricate textile details gives this piece its distinctive nostalgic charm. Age-related condition with signs of wear and an aged patina. The camel showes age related damage, particularly wear and losses to its surface covering. The clothing also shows signs of age. Please refer to the photographs as part of the condition description. A characterful collector’s piece of historical Christmas decoration.

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Santa on camel, first half 20th century

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