

Our Santa's originate from both Russia and Ukraine. Each is a true work of art and is uniquely hand carved and hand painted. No two Santa's are ever identical!
The Feast of St. Nicholas on December 6th was observed in Russia and Ukraine for centuries. St Nicholas was known as Father Christmas. After the emergence of the Soviet Union the celebration of the feast was prohibited and St. Nicholas was transformed into "Ded Moroa" or Grandfather Frost. He brought children gifts on New Years Day. His coat was changed from red to blue.
Today, many are calling himn "Father Christmas" You can find him wearing a coat of any color, most often blue or red.
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