Antique Spun-Glass Father Christmas Ornament (c. 1900–1930)

Bring a touch of old-world enchantment to your festive collection with this exceptional antique Father Christmas ornament, a rare example of early 20th-century German craftsmanship. Created circa 1900–1930, the piece pairs a beautifully printed lithograph figure with an extraordinarily delicate hand-formed spun-glass skirt — a highly sought-after material renowned for its shimmering, halo-like effect and remarkable fragility.

This ornament is further distinguished by oral provenance linking it to Bletchley Park Museum, adding a captivating historical narrative. As with all oral provenance, this story is passed on exactly as received.

The spun glass displays a luminous, ethereal quality that catches the light in a way no modern material can replicate, while the richly coloured Father Christmas figure captures the charm of European holiday imagery from the early 1900s. Surviving examples of this type are increasingly scarce, making this a collector’s jewel and an exquisite decorative accent.

Details

• Genuine antique German Father Christmas ornament
• Hand-made spun-glass skirt (rare, highly collectible, and visually striking)
• Vibrant lithograph figure with beautifully preserved colouring
• Original hanging loop intact
• Oral provenance associated with Bletchley Park Museum
• A refined statement piece for antique Christmas collections or curated interiors

Condition:

Well preserved for its age. The spun-glass skirt is largely intact with natural irregularities typical of early handmade materials. The lithograph retains strong colour with light age-related wear. Please review photos for clarity.

Dimensions:

Length: 20cm

Width: 9cm

Period:

c. 1900–1930