Every Christmas has its moment of magic, and this ceramic ornament captures the most famous one of all: Santa setting off on Christmas Eve. Designed in the spirit of traditional, nostalgic Christmas decorations, it tells the whole story in miniature. Santa sits at the reins of his red and gold sleigh while his team of reindeer circles the foot of a beautifully decorated tree.

Look closely and the details keep revealing themselves. The branches are sculpted in layers, their deep glossy green catching the light and dusted with white flecks like freshly fallen snow. Tucked among the boughs you'll find tiny Santa figures, a cheerful snowman, red and white candy canes, poinsettia blooms, jewel-red lantern baubles and gold decorations. A gilded star crowns the top. The reindeer are harnessed with fine golden cord, and Santa's sleigh is loaded with a sack of presents on a sparkling, snow-covered base.

It's small enough to sit on a mantelpiece, bookshelf or windowsill, and makes a charming festive centrepiece for a Christmas table or a lovely addition to a collection of Christmas ornaments. It's also a thoughtful Christmas gift for anyone who loves a traditional, storybook-style festive home, and it's sure to come out year after year.