German Papier Mache Santa with Lantern & Green Coat

Those vintage papier mache candy containers and other decorations that your grandparents and great-grandparents pulled out of the closet each Christmas back in the 1920s and 30s were most likely made by the Ino Schaller Company, a small family-owned company based in Bavaria. They began making hand-molded, hand painted papier mache decorations for the holidays in 1894. Nearly 130 years later, the family business is now in its fourth generation, and their work is more collectible than ever. If you love a vintage feel for your Christmas, Ino Schaller decorations are right up your alley. This Weinachtsmann (the German name for Santa Claus or Father Christmas) holds a sack of toys in one hand and a lantern in the other. He is dressed in a green coat with sparkly white trim, and he is striding across a sparkly snowy land. Lovely hand painted details, especially in the face and lantern. About 3 1/2" tall x 3 1/4" wide x 2 1/4" deep. Limited edition production. Each is unique, so your piece ma