Hand Painted Vtg Toleware Metal Christmas Tray - Santa Riding Cardinal - Signed

​Up for sale is a beautiful, hand-painted vintage Toleware metal tray featuring a whimsical holiday scene. The artwork depicts a primitive-style Santa Claus riding atop a large red Northern Cardinal. Santa is holding a "Christmas Blessings" banner and is surrounded by festive elements including a wreath with a red, white, and blue bow and dangling stars.
​Artistry & Details
​Artist Signed: Authentically hand-painted and signed "K. Knigge" at the bottom.
​Design: Primitive folk art style with a matte black background and hand-dotted "snow" accents.
​Visuals: Rich reds, earthy browns, and soft blues give this piece a warm, rustic feel.
​Condition
​Front: The hand-painted scene is in very good vintage condition with vibrant colors and minimal paint loss.
​Back/Edges: Shows signs of age and "love" including surface scratches and scuffing on the reverse side (see photos). This adds to the authentic primitive/shabby chic character of the piece.
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