8" figure of Krampus and his wee victim Gruss vom Krampus (Greetings from Krampus) In the Alpine regions of Europe, St. Nicholas is accompanied by Krampus, whose job it is to punish and warn misbehaving children. He is usually depicted as a traditional devil with cloven hooves and horns, carrying a basket to abduct children in. With a switch for whipping and chains on his manacled wrists, he represents the naughty side of Christmas. While a dark wild man can be traced far back historically in seasonal festivities, Krampus took off in the 19th century with greeting cards and decorations. He took on both a sinister and comical aspect, being both a moral warning and an outlandish thrill. In some parts of Europe it is custom for young men to dress as Krampus and run the streets spooking children on Krampusnacht, the evening before St. Nicholas' Day. Recently Krampus has enjoyed a resurgence in popularity, and in the United States there is a growing awareness of this curious and primal aspect of the Christmas holiday. Celebrate the darker side of Christmas with this intricately detailed resin statue of Krampus, the legendary creature from folklore. This chilling piece captures the fearsome demon with a child in his backpack and a switch in his hand, ready to enact his role as the punisher of the naughty. Perfect for fans of gothic decor and dark folklore, this statue brings the sinister charm of Krampus into your holiday collection. Whether as a unique holiday decoration or a gift for those who appreciate the macabre, this statue embodies the eerie allure of Krampusnacht.