German Style Santas

Stephanie Koppmann is an artist and restoration specialist whose work bridges the past and present of old-world holiday traditions. With a background in restoring antique German Santas, she brings historical accuracy, authenticity, and master craftsmanship to every original figure she creates. Her pieces are celebrated for their heirloom-level detail, expressive sculpting, and timeless European character.

 Preserving a Heritage Through Art  - Stephanie’s restoration work has given her an intimate understanding of the visual language of vintage German Santas—those unmistakable facial expressions, distinctive poses, and the specific materials that defined early 20th-century production. Years of reviving fragile antiques have trained her eye to recognize subtle aesthetic cues, allowing her to carry forward an authentic old-world aesthetic in her own designs.

 Her figures do more than resemble antiques—they feel like they stepped out of a German workshop a century ago. Every sculpted cheek, every curve of the beard, every trim selection reflects a commitment to historical continuity.This unwavering focus on accuracy ensures her new creations hold the same presence, durability, and soulfulness as the heirlooms she restores.

Her craftsmanship reflects the multi-step, historically rooted processes used in antique workshops. Sculpting, molding, painting, and finishing are all performed with the care of traditional artisans, setting her work far apart from mass-produced décor.

German Santas have always carried a distinctive, slightly whimsical charm. Stephanie’s original designs preserve this nostalgic spirit while allowing for subtle modern touches—such as contemporary patterns, playful trims, or unexpected fabrics—always grounded in classic tradition.

 Whether wrapped in mink, ermine, or leopard-print accents, her Santas embody a perfect blend of old-world magic and modern personality. Each figure becomes a character: rugged, tender, expressive, and full of story.