{"product_id":"santon-ancien-femme-cabaniere-vintage-visage-peint-habit-tissu-creche-deco","title":"Vintage female santon, basket maker, painted face, fabric clothing, nativity decoration","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis antique santon represents a \"cabanière\" (cottage woman), typical of Provencal tradition, intended for a Christmas nativity scene or home decoration. The figure stands upright, with a face carefully hand-painted, displaying expressive features and a slight patina testifying to its age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe head is adorned with a light-colored fabric bonnet decorated with lace, covering molded hair. The shoulders are wrapped in a brown shawl with floral motifs, crossed over a white shirt. The arms, partially dressed in long beige fabric sleeves, end in sculpted hands whose details remain visible despite some signs of wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe long red and white striped skirt, combined with a green apron featuring a stylized floral design at the bottom, illustrates the traditional costume. The fabric shows slight signs of age, reinforcing the piece's vintage authenticity. The santon holds a green stylized basket or jug in her right hand, a classic accessory for a \"cabanière.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe base is stained brown, adorned with a handwritten inscription that is difficult to read but suggests an old name or brand. This base offers good stability and allows for display on a shelf or within a Provencal nativity scene. The craftsmanship style, the combination of old fabrics, and the face painting place this santon within traditional artisanal production, likely mid to late 20th century, without certainty of the exact decade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe ensemble presents a beautiful harmony of natural tones and meticulous textile work, with each costume element sewn and fitted to the figurine. The gentle expression on the face and the slightly leaning posture add realism to this piece of religious or folk decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nUsed item, sold as is. Visible patina on the face and hands, fabric wear on the sleeves and skirt, signs of age on the base and accessories. See photos for overall appearance details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e  \nProvencal santons, which appeared in the late 18th century, embody typical characters from a Provencal village in the Christmas nativity scene. The \"cabanière,\" often depicted with a jug or basket, symbolizes the woman of the cabin, an essential figure in Southern rural life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCareful packaging and fast shipping. Professional seller specializing in antique and decorative items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: antique santon, nativity figurine, Provencal cabanière, female santon, fabric santon, vintage Christmas decoration, santon tradition, artisanal santon, santon Provence, old nativity figurine, French santon, decorative crib\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54315534352711,"sku":"ba74b168-ce86-4442-8d5f-f8b3d1a460e1-PA0.83","price":9.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_582c3f3d-e41f-46e7-9144-4c713c895d6d.jpg?v=1783594960","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/santon-ancien-femme-cabaniere-vintage-visage-peint-habit-tissu-creche-deco","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}