Ebony Visions Surprise by Thomas Blackshear

NOTES: Retired December 31st, 2003 with 11,600 pieces The banner boy, revels in the procession that celebrates the imagination, wonder and carefree moments of childhood. With bells jingling on his colorful pants, Skeeter dances with happy abandon to the jubilant music and joyful laughter that surround him.

NOTES: The Holy Family is the first in a five part series of The Nativity...... All pieces in the Nativity series will be available for purchase through 2012, however the Holy Family figurine will only have the Special Stamp and Certificate during the 2008 production year. All Holy Family figures purchased after the 2008 production year will state Members Edition as in previous years.The following 4 years will include the Angel Figurine with Stable setting in 2009 and The Wise Men in 2010 and 2011. Completeing the series in 2012 will be The Shepherds.

Thomas Blackshear Ebony Visions Figurine Pedalin Pete is retired. Thomas Richman Blackshear II was born on November 14, 1955 in Waco Texas but he grew up in Atlanta Georgia. He attended and graduated from the American Academy of Art in Chicago in 1977. His first Ebony Visions figurine is The Story Teller; which is truly a master piece. His works and details captures the black culture like no other. Thomas Blackshear has received numerous awards and is truly one of the most acclaimed African American Artists.

The devoted sisters we first met in Sisters Forever: In Childhood, now joyfully share their teenage secrets and excitement as they help each other prepare for a festive occasion. - 37082S NOTES: Retired June 31st 2004 with a final production quantity of 12,700