Duncan Royale created a collection of Santas depicting the history of Santa and published a book by the same title History of Santa from 2000 BC to the 20th Century. Max Duncan is the artist behind the concept and design of each Santa. Sculpted in 1983, each has a heavy feel and is beautifully painted for a rich vintage look. Each is numbered and stamped on the base.

Medieval Santa Claus (see story excerpt below)
12' tall | 5" base | #4295 of 10,000
Signed and dated in 1990 by Max Duncan

Excerpt from the History of Santa book (the complete story will be included with the figurine)

. . .Since Christianity was still spreading [in 1300 AD], the legends of St. Nicholas were being interwoven with various pagan traditions and lore, including those of the Norse god Odin. He was visualized as a presence with a long white beard, riding a horse in the sky.