Handcrafted Swedish Nisse/Christmas Gnome from SvenskaMaria. 11" tall. 

Materials: wool felt, faux fur, wooden nose, and paper mache base. 

The Swedish "Nisse" is a mythological creature from Scandinavian folklore. According to tradition the "Nisse" lives in the houses and barns of the homestead and secretly acts as their guardian. If treated well they protect the family from evil and misfortune. However, they are known to be short tempered and can play tricks or hide items.