G. DeBrekht is committed to Old World craftsmanship, resisting the trend to automate the production process. Each piece takes days to create by talented artists who are specially trained in the G. DeBrekht Artistic Style of freehand painting. No two figurines will ever be identical. A distinctive collection of decorative art for the home and your holiday celebrations.

Lynn Haney created his first Santa in 1987 and now has over 30 dedicated craftspeople and employees helping to make his dream come true. His name is synonymous with the Christmas season to Santa collectors' world wide. Lynn sculpts the original head (and for some pieces, the hands) in clay. A mold is made of the original sculpture and reproduced in a wood resin composition. Trained and experienced studio painters give facial features the attention and craftsmanship expected by the designer. Seamstresses cut velvets, wool, and brocades in the first step of costuming. Based on designs by the artist, European braids, trims, and furs are carefully sewn to give each piece its own distinctive personality. Each costume is hand-crafted. Beards and wigs are made by hand from mohair, wools, and other natural fibers and are expertly attached to each piece. Upon final inspection, Lynn Haney signs each piece. Each Santa will have a hand tag that tells about the artist and the piece you are purchasing. Biltmore is proud to offer some of Lynn's Santa creations. Start or add one to your collection today.

Ne'Qwa™ is the world's largest producer of the centuries old tradition of painting on the inside of glass. The same meticulous techniques that captivated emperors and art connoisseurs ages ago are used to create each ornament. After all...true beauty comes from within. Known in the Mandarin Language as "Ne'Qwa," the artistic tradition of reverse painting on the inside of mouth-blown glass flourished during the 17th century, when snuff bottles were valued fashion accessories in China. Each decorative ornament comes luxuriously packed in a hand crafted, satin-lined, velour presentation case. In addition, each ornament is accompanied by a signed Certificate of Authenticity describing the unique art history and reverse painting process...perfect for gift-giving.