Vintage Terracotta Santon of a Provençal Woman with Apron

This late 19th to early 20th-century terracotta Santon portrays a village woman dressed in earthy tones with a blue apron tied around her waist, a classic symbol of the hardworking rural life in Provence. Her white hair is partially covered, adding to the authenticity of her role as a matriarch or caretaker within the nativity scene. The hand-painted details, along with minor wear from age, lend this figure a sense of history and charm. Part of the beloved Provençal tradition, this figurine adds a rustic and genuine touch to any collection or nativity display, celebrating the everyday characters of village life.