Antique German Belsnickel Father Christmas Santa 8 Candy Container Felt Beard

  
Antique German Belsnickel Father Christmas Santa 8 Candy Container Felt Beard. Wonderful antique German Belsnickel / Father Christmas candy container dating to the early 1900s. Constructed in the classic two-piece form with painted composition face and cardboard tube body. Stands nearly 8 tall and has a fantastic presence.

Hand-painted composition face with striking blue eyes, rosy cheeks, and finely detailed brows. Original mohair beard and hair with excellent texture and fullness. Red felt coat and hat with cream chenille trim, secured at the waist with an early brown belt.

Holds a feather tree branch tipped with a red candle. The candle likes to lean a bit. Marked Germany inside the body tube. Painted blue trousers and black boots, with one boot showing a noticeable chip/loss to the front (see photos). Other age-appropriate wear to clothing and finish, but overall a strong survivor with exceptional display qualities. The expressive face and well-preserved beard make this an especially amazing piece.