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Rare Antique 1930s German Mask Face Santa Claus Doll - Large 33” ScaleUp for sale/sale is a magnificent and highly desirable piece of holiday history: an authentic, pre-war 1930s German Mask-Face Santa Claus doll. Finding these early German exports is a treat, but finding one in this impressive, oversized 33-inch child-sized format is incredibly rare. Product Details & Features:
* **Impressive Size:** Stands approximately 33 inches tall from boots to the top of his hat.
* **Classic German Craftsmanship:** Features the highly sought-after molded and hand-painted cloth mask face (pressed buckram canvas) with the iconic side-glancing blue eyes and rosy cheeks.
* **Premium Materials:** Built with a heavy, firmly stuffed frame (straw/excelsior-filled) that gives him great structural presence. Meticulous mohair detailing makes up his vintage beard and eyebrows.
* **Attire:** Dressed in his original, vibrant red satin holiday suit with cream-colored faux fur/fleece trim and black boots.This beautiful Santa is in excellent antique condition given its ~90-year age.
* **Face:** The hand-painted cloth mask face has survived beautifully. The paint remains vibrant with great color depth, showing only minor, expected age-related wear/patina. No severe flaking or cave-ins.
* **Body & Clothing:** The structural straw stuffing is firm and holds its shape perfectly. The red satin suit remains bright and retains its classic holiday sheen, with light shelf wear, minor dust, and minimal age thinning typical of 1930s textiles. (Note: Please review photos for minor stitching wear or loose trim common with dolls of this era).
* **Beard:** The mohair beard is full and intact, displaying a wonderfully authentic vintage patina.This oversized Father Christmas makes an instant centerpiece for any advanced antique holiday collection or rustic Christmas display.