This piece was a bit pricey for what it is and I was a bit hesitant to purchase, but did so anyway and I have to say…I was pleasantly surprised!  I really love it and it is super heavy duty!  (I got the Santa carved figurine). It was larger (taller) than I thought it would be (which was another pleasant surprise!) and just beautiful!  It looks like it was made by an artisan!  I am so glad I purchased this piece!  I will most definitely add another figurine next Christmas!