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Item #10: 13 Piece Olive Wood Nativity Set
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A distinct gift from the Holy Land: High Detail Nativity (stable not shown but included).
This set is hand made in the Holy city of Bethlehem. The Star of Bethlehem, the same star that
guided the Magi to Jesus? birth place, adorns the top of the stable. Not just a Christmas
decoration, but a work of art. This set has the highest level of detailed carvings that we offer:
The expressions on the faces are readable, the clothing hangs realistically off the figures, and
even the animals are textured.
The scene is set in a stable: Cows, donkeys, and lambs are present along with Mary, Joseph,
and the Magi; All paying homage to Baby Jesus. The carvings are hand made from Olive Wood that is
native to the Holy Land. Olive Wood has a rich beautiful natural dark grain that contrasts against
the lighter color of the wood. The figures are free standing, allowing you to arrange them however
is appropriate in your home.
Each Nativity is unique and distinct. The figures are not molded. The stable is not
prefabricated. Every piece is hand crafted and then hand assembled by a Christian Family in the
Holy City of Bethlehem. No two Nativity sets are the same.
All the wood used is Olive Wood that is locally grown in orchards between the Holy Cities
of Bethlehem and Jerusalem. Olive Trees do not grow from seeds: they are grafted, like vines.
Some of Olive trees are hundreds of years old. The families of artisans that have been producing
these carvings have been doing so for hundreds of years.
Most people cannot travel to the Holy Land. Let us bring the Holy Land to you. Grace your
home with this unique and impressive Nativity, a true piece of the Holy Land, can bring to someone
that you care for and love.
Item Details (click to enlarge):
Mary, 5 in X 2 in X 2 in
First King, 6¼ in X 2 in X 2 in
Second King, 5½ in X 2 in X 2 in
Third King, 4¼ in X 2¼ in X 2 in
Joseph, 5¼ in X 2¼ in X 2 in
Shepherd, 5 in X 2 in X 2 in
Crib, 2¾ in X 1½ in X 1¾ in
Baby Jesus, 2½ in X 1½ in X ½ in
Baby Jesus in Crib
First Cow, 4¼ in X 1¾ in X 2¼ in
Second Cow, 3¾ in X 2¼ in X 1½ in
First Sheep, 2½ in X 2¾ in X 1¾ in
Second Sheep, 2½ in X 2¾ in X 1¾ in
Manger, 9½ in X 13 in X 7¾ in
Availibility: Usually ships immediatley
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About Olivewood:
The Olive Tree has been highly regarded since ancient times. The Aramites in the fertile crescent announced it as the blessed tree. The Canaanites, the Philistines, as well as all the nations who lived in the Holy Land throughout the centuries planted Olive Trees in various parts, and tried to spread its cultivation. In the past, Olive Oil was used to anoint people in high posts, such as Kings. Olive Trees must be at least 150 years old before their wood can be cultivated. Only select branches are pruned. Some Olive Trees are over a thousand years old.
About the artist:
Jamil Hosh is the artist who creates these Crown of Thorns. He is a Christian Arab who lives and works in the Holy City of Bethlehem. For over 36 years, Jamil has been working with his son Tony to create high quality gifts. His area of expertise is Olivewood carvings. |
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