| Item # 40067 St. Nicholas was also the patron saint of Russia. Because he was such a useful, all-purpose saint, the Church gave him the important Christmas job of looking after children. Long before Christianity, people expected presents and with the emergence of a Christian continent, St. Nicholas became the official gift bringer. Traditionally, a little angel accompanies St. Nicholas, carrying a big book of the names of boys and girls. Hand painted using up to 20 colors to capture the detail. Made in Poland. |