Transpac Resin Birch Santa Figurine, Set of 3, Assortment

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Keep collections to yourself or inspire other shoppers! Keep in mind that anyone can view public collections—they may also appear in recommendations and other places. a b c d e f g h Bruce, Maurice (March 1958). "The Krampus in Styria". Folklore. 69 (1): 44–47. doi: 10.1080/0015587X.1958.9717121. This figurine is great for any kitchen and countertop. The quality is unmatched with this decorative hand-painted face, glass inset eyes, real mohair beard, unique fabric, and detailed accessories. With his delightful appearance and unique cookbook display, the figurine is great as a gift or as a decoration of your own and is sure to add character and style to any home. Similar figures are recorded in neighboring areas. Strohbart in Bavaria, Klaubauf(mann) in Austria and Bavaria, while Bartl or Bartel, Niglobartl, and Wubartl are used in the southern part of the country. Other names include Barrel or Bartholomeus ( Styria), Schmutzli ( German-speaking Switzerland), Pöpel or Hüllepöpel ( Würzburg), Zember ( Cheb), Belzmärte and Pelzmärtel ( Swabia and Franconia). In most parts of Slovenia, whose culture was greatly affected by Austrian culture, Krampus is called parkelj and is one of the companions of Miklavž, the Slovenian form of St. Nicholas. [17] [32] Crimmins, Peter (15 December 2011). "Horror For The Holidays: Meet The Anti-Santa". NPR . Retrieved 25 November 2015.

Austrians in the community we studied are quite aware of "heathen" elements being blended with Christian elements in the Saint Nicholas customs and in other traditional winter ceremonies. They believe Krampus derives from a pagan supernatural who was assimilated to the Christian devil. [9] Kallikantzaros– Malevolent goblin in Southeastern European and Anatolian folklore – Creature in Balkan folklore Mittermayr, Helmut (8 December 2013). "70 Verletzte bei Krampuslauf"[70 injured in Krampus run]. Tiroler Tageszeitung (in German).Silvesterklaus, a Swiss New Year's Eve celebration featuring a musical procession of performers in grotesque costumes. a b Forcher, Michael; Peterlini, Hans Karl (2010). Südtirol in Geschichte und Gegenwart[ South Tyrol past and present] (in German). Haymon Verlag. p.399. With its intricate details and sparkling crystals, this artwork is a true masterpiece that captures the magic of the holidays. It's the perfect gift for someone special, or a beautiful addition to your own home decor collection.

Crimmins, Peter (10 December 2011). "Horror for the Holidays: Meet the Anti-Santa". National Public Radio. Horror for the Holidays: Meet the Anti Santa". NPR. National Public Radio . Retrieved 22 December 2011. This Santa is classic. He is gorgeous in his winter white coat and hat. He is holding a white Christmas tree decorated with red berries. He also has a set of skiis and snow covered pine in his arm. The character of Krampus has been imported and modified for various North American media, [19] [37] including print (e.g. Krampus: The Devil of Christmas, a collection of vintage postcards by Monte Beauchamp in 2004; [38] [26] Krampus: The Yule Lord, a 2012 novel by Gerald Brom [39]); Krampus, a comic series from Image Comics in 2013 created by Dean Kotz and Brian Joines, television – both live action (" A Krampus Carol", a 2012 episode of The League [37]) and animation (" A Very Venture Christmas", a 2004 episode of The Venture Bros., [19] " Minstrel Krampus", a 2013 episode of American Dad! [40])–video games ( CarnEvil, a 1998 arcade game, [41] The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth, a 2014 video game [42]), and film ( Krampus, a 2015 Christmas comedy horror movie from Universal Pictures [43]). The figure has been imported into American popular culture, and has appeared in movies, TV and video games.Apkarian-Russell, Pamela (2001). Postmarked yesteryear: art of the holiday postcard. Portland, Oregon: Collectors Press. p.136. ISBN 978-1-888054-54-5. FOTO: Sveti Nikola i Krampus stigli su morem i nagradili dobru djecu"[PHOTO: Saint Nicholas and Krampus arrived by sea and rewarded good children]. Liburnija.net (in Croatian). 26 November 2016 . Retrieved 5 December 2016. This traditional ceramic Santa is carrying a bag with a birch-look coat for a vintage aesthetic that can't be matched. Made with elegant detailing and rich earthy tones, this figurine is a tall Christmas favorite for any tabletop in the home. It's the perfect centerpiece finishing touch for prominent displays throughout the home.

Williams, Victoria (2016). Celebrating Life Customs around the World: From Baby Showers to Funerals. Santa Barbara, California: ABC-CLIO. p.222. ISBN 978-1-4408-3659-6– via Google Books. This Santa Cruz End Table with Storage beautifully embodies coastal cottage charm, making it ideal for a farmhouse or classic contemporary décor. Crafted of pine in a distressed finish, Santa Cruz makes finding what you need easier than ever. Leg height is about 3.90, the width and depth of the legs are estimated to be about an inchWelcome to Christmas at British Garden Centres. Make your Christmas a little extra special. From great gift ideas to fantastic Christmas decorations, trees and lights. Entertain in style with the perfect table setting and treat yourself to some delicious seasonal treats. Whatever you're doing this Christmas, do it with a bit of help from British Garden Centres. Krampus nije baš tako loš kao što se čini, on samo opominje"[Krampus isn't as bad as he seems, he just warns]. www.24sata.hr (in Croatian). 6 December 2014. A seasonal play that spread throughout the Alpine regions was known as the Nikolausspiel [ de] ("Nicholas play"). Inspired by Paradise plays, [ citation needed] which focused on Adam and Eve's encounter with a tempter, the Nicholas plays featured competition for the human souls and played on the question of morality. In these Nicholas plays, Saint Nicholas would reward children for scholarly efforts rather than for good behavior. [24] This is a theme that grew in Alpine regions where the Roman Catholic Church had significant influence. [ citation needed] Perchtenlauf and Krampuslauf [ edit ]

Goatman – a malevolent figure in urban folklore originating in Southern United States, like Maryland Silver, Marc (30 November 2009). "Merry Krampus?". NGM Blog Central. National Geographic Society. Archived from the original on 22 September 2010 . Retrieved 17 December 2011. Figurines and collectibles are great for any shelf, mantle, or countertop. The quality is unmatched with this decorative piece’s hand-painted face, inset eyes, unique fabric, and detailed accessories. With this design's rustic touch, woodland nature friends, and the beautifully lit tree he's sure to add character and style to any home or cabin. The tree is battery-operated. This piece takes 3 AA batteries. In the aftermath of the 1932 election in Austria, the Krampus tradition was prohibited by the Dollfuss regime [11] under the clerical fascist Fatherland Front ( Vaterländische Front) and the Christian Social Party.Run, Kris Kringle, Krampus is Coming!". Der Spiegel Online. 2 December 2008 . Retrieved 17 December 2011. Siefker, Phyllis (1997). Santa Claus, last of the Wild Men: the origins and evolution of Saint Nicholas. Jefferson, North Carolina: McFarland and Co. pp.155–159. ISBN 978-0-7864-0246-5. a b c Basu, Tanya (17 December 2013). "Who is Krampus? Explaining the Horrific Christmas Devil". National Geographic Magazine. National Geographic Society. Archived from the original on 20 February 2014 . Retrieved 23 April 2014. Krampus appears in the folklore of Austria, Bavaria, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Romania, Northern Italy ( Autonomous Province of Trento and South Tyrol), Slovakia, and Slovenia. [29]