1910 St. Nicholas” figure by nationally known folk artists Mike & Valerie Fransen. He has that wonderful old-world Santa expression with curly beard, soft white coat with fur trim, and he’s carrying a wicker basket loaded with tiny details. The tag notes the folk-artist origin, and the piece is a limited edition 2/25, hand signed on the bottom.

brand: Mike & Valerie Fransen (Folk Artists) C1990
material: mixed media folk art figure with fabric clothing/faux fur trim, wicker basket, mixed materials accessories, wood base
pieces: 1 figure on wood base (includes original tag shown)
origin: handmade artist piece (per tag)
style: 1990s folk art Santa, titled “1910 St. Nicholas,” limited edition collectible holiday decor
condition: pre-owned; light wear from age/display (tag has creases; minor wear/scuffs to wood base and small areas of fabric as expected—see photos)
size: 17 1/2\" tall