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Santa carries a big green sack over his shoulder, and that sack is the candle holder. A kitschy, happy mid-century Christmas figure that will brighten any spot.
Maker: Unknown
Materials: Ceramic, hand painted
Dimensions: 4" tall x 2" wide x 3" deep
Origin: Japan
Era: Vintage, 1950s–1960s (estimated)
Condition: Very good vintage. Retains the original blue Made in Japan sticker. Please review photos closely before purchasing, as all sales are final.
Santa has closed, lashed eyes, rosy cheeks, a white beard, and a pursed red mouth. He wears a red suit and hat with a white pom-pom, a black belt, and black boots. The green sack on his back holds a standard tealight.
A fun gift for Christmas collectors, kitsch lovers, or anyone who wants a cheerful Santa to light up a mantel, shelf, or holiday table.
Ceramic Christmas figures like this one came to American homes in great numbers from Japan in the decades after World War II, sold in five-and-dime and department stores as affordable holiday decor. Santa figural with a hollow back or sack were a popular design, turning a simple candle or planter into a character piece. The blue Made in Japan sticker on this one is a nice original detail that collectors look for.
Browse our shop for more vintage Christmas candle holders and Santa pieces, like our Santa Candle Climber, to round out your collection.
