Resin figurine titled 'The Keeper of Christmas' by Shenandoah Designs

The Keeper of Christmas figurine was produced by Shenandoah Designs in 1997 as part of their popular 'Keeper' series of decorative shelf sitters. These whimsical character figurines were designed to celebrate various holidays and themes, with this particular piece depicting a jovial character holding a torch marked '1997' and a drum, symbolizing the spirit of Christmas celebration. The Keeper series became widely collected in the 1990s and early 2000s for their charming folk-art style and detailed hand-painted features. These figurines appeal to collectors of vintage holiday decorations, nostalgic Christmas memorabilia enthusiasts, and fans of 1990s Americana folk art. The Keeper series is particularly valued by those who appreciate whimsical seasonal décor and collectors seeking to complete their Shenandoah Designs collections. The pieces evoke warm memories of late 20th-century holiday traditions and represent an accessible entry point into decorative collectibles from that era.