Papier-mache Belsnickel

Description:

Papier-mache Belsnickel, Germany, late 19th/early 20th century, smiling Father Christmas figure with papier-mache face, painted features, fur beard and moustache, papier-mache hands, one with hole to hold tree, reddish brown plush felt coat and hat, on thin snow-covered wooden stand, ht. 7 1/2 in.
Estimate $200-300

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