Vintage 10" Merry Old Soul Ceramic Santa Music Box. 1990s. Measures 10" in height by 5 1/4" wide. Plays Santa Claus is coming to town. Good condition and works. Has some stray paint marks.
his "Merry Old Soul" Santa music box is a heartwarming piece of 1990s holiday nostalgia, standing a stately ten inches tall. Crafted from heavy ceramic with a vibrant, high-gloss glaze, the figurine depicts a classic, friendly Father Christmas carrying a miniature evergreen tree. The music box mechanism is fully functional and plays a clear, nostalgic rendition of "Santa Claus is Coming to Town," bringing an auditory charm to its festive visual presence.
While its bright colors make it a standout for a traditional holiday display, the scale and classic folk-art style allow it to work well within a Dark Academia holiday theme. It serves as a charming "curiosity" when nestled among winter greenery on a dark mahogany mantle or a library shelf. The piece is in good vintage condition and works perfectly. While there are some minor stray paint marks from the original hand-painting process—common in mid-90s ceramic giftware—they add to the unique, artisanal character of the piece. It is a sturdy, joyful collectible that captures the spirit of the season with old-world flair.
This item is vintage, over 30 years old.
