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3 sheet panel, vintage Santa Claus that has been signed with numerous handwritten messages and names. This type of decoration, often referred to as a stand-up or die-cut, was a popular item in the mid-20th century. The tradition of having a decoration like this signed by friends and family likely served as a festive keepsake to be displayed each holiday season.
The figure of Santa Claus in the image resembles the iconic style popularized by artist Haddon Sundblom for Coca-Cola advertisements, a depiction that began in the 1930s and has been widely used since. |
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