S459 Antique White Chalkware Lantern Santa

The Artistry

Timeless colonial charm. The S459 is an 8-inch chalkware lantern Santa with a softly antiqued ivory (cashmere white) coat, finished to evoke the aged patina of an early American heirloom. Cast from a rare antique German chocolate mold, the form has crisp vintage detail that holds paint beautifully.

A pewter lantern with a glowing candle lights the scene, while nutmeg-brown mittens add warmth and contrast against the pale coat. The base is trimmed with feather-tree sprigs, berries, and acorn accents—classic motifs that pair naturally with redware, salt-glaze, and primitive holiday displays.

The finish is intentionally time-worn rather than bright, with subtle shading and gentle antiquing that lets the sculpted details read like a well-kept antique.

Product Details:
Bittersweet House Folk Art captures the character and warmth of the German folk art tradition of chalkware. Each piece is individually hand-cast from an antique chocolate mold and meticulously hand-painted.

Every figure is hand-signed, numbered, and dated on the bottom: Bittersweet House Folk Art, Kathryn Campbell.