Vintage Vaillancourt Folk Art Santa on Pig Figurine Chalkware 1993 with COA 529

Vintage Vaillancourt Folk Art Santa on Pig Figurine Chalkware 1993 with COA 529 Excellent condition. Includes original Certificate of Authenticity as shown. Retired Brand: Vaillancourt Folk Art Originals Piece: Hand-cast and hand-painted folk art figurine depicting Santa riding a Pig Measures 3.0 × 1.0 × 3.25 in Catalog #529 Mould #2008 - 1993 The Santa on a Pig is, in part, inspired by a Scandinavian gift giver, bearing a striking resemblance to the Father Christmas. This mythological creature, which is likened to a garden gnome, protects both children and animals from evil and is often seen helping with chores. Like Santa, he hands out presents and, according to folklore, is often seen with a pig. In the Vaillancourt Folk Art tradition, this gift giver’s feet are tired and has chosen to ride the pig while delivering presents. This item includes a Certificate of Authenticity card Design: Santa in a red coat with white beard, green/yellow sack, detailed harness on pig; multicolor, finely painted details Process: Hand-cast from an antique mould and hand-painted in the Vaillancourt workshop (per COA) Era: 1989 production; vintage folk art collectible ** Many Vaillancourt Chalkware Santas available! Grab more of what you love and enjoy one low shipping rate when you buy multiple items! Comes from a smoke-free environment Super Fast Shipping: We ship out the same or next business day!