Nativity Scenes

 This fair trade nativity scene is handcrafted in Thailand by skilled artisans using traditional ceramic techniques. Each figure is finished in a soft green celadon crackle glaze, a historic glazing style known for its gentle shine and naturally...

Beautiful glazed ceramic Thai nativity feature matte and glazed surfaces. Each nativity figure is clothed in chut thai (traditional Thai clothing) The angel wears a mongkut headdress which is a Thai symbol of divinity.  A striking...

A delicate miniature nativity scene housed in a small foldable triptych. Beautifully made in Peru, the nativity figures are painted plaster and the trifold manger scene can open and close. Measures 2 3/4 inches tall. See more nativity scenes from Peru,...

Add a dazzling global touch to your Christmas décor with this sparkly nativity scene inspired by Indian brocade. Handcrafted in India under Fair Trade standards, this 7 piece set includes the Holy Family, Three Wise Men and sheep,...

Artists are inspired to recreate the nativity story using imagery from every culture and time-period. This amazing nativity scene is made in the style of the Chancay culture. The Chancay lived about 1000 to 1470 BC and were prolific ceramic and...

This distinctive black and white nativity set is an elegant representation of the traditional handcrafts made in Queretaro, Mexico. The nativity stands 6 inches tall and is handmade from paper maché. Known as papel maché in Spanish,...

If you are looking for a special nativity ornament, this is the one. Beautifully detailed nativity scene features Joseph playing a guitar while Mary rests with the infant Jesus.  Fair trade nativity scene from Peru is handmade from multicolored...

A unique South American nativity set features the three wisemen journeying on llamas and white alpacas taking the place of the traditional manger animals. Handmade in Peru with the nativity figures dressed in traditional Peruvian clothing. Wisemen on...

A new favorite unique nativity scene here at YonderStar. The three wisemen journey on llamas to pay homage to the newborn infant Jesus. A starry night sky frames the backdrop of a Peruvian village scene. Llama nativity scene measures 7 inches long, 2...

A nativity scene uniquely displayed in an ear of corn. Corn is an ancient staple of the Peruvian diet and in this unique nativity scene, the holy family is housed inside the Peruvian mainstay. Maize nativity scene is made from painted terracotta and...

The Bayawonn is a tree native to Haiti and this nativity scene is sheltered in the shade of an artist's interpretation of a Bayawonn tree. We love the roots that form the base of this vibrant nativity scene from Haiti.  Nativity in the shade...

Each knot in this charming macramé nativity scene from Costa Rica is made by hand. Costa Rican macramé artist begins with simple cotton cording to fashion Mary, Joseph the infant Jesus and manger. The infant Jesus can be removed from...

Beautiful handmade nativity set from Tajikistan. Wooden pieces are hand-carved and hand-painted in traditional Tajikistan attire. A wooden box doubles as both storage for the nativity pieces and a stable scene and night sky backdrop. Nativity scene from...

This pewter nativity scene from El Salvador is remarkably detailed. Sweet cherubs sit above the infant Jesus' manger while Joseph holds his lantern to light the beautiful nativity scene. Pewter nativity scene measures 5 inches wide x 4.75 inches tall x...

One of our favorite details of this nativity scene is the joyful expression of the infant Jesus in the manger. This beautiful nativity set is made in El Salvador from high quality pewter. Stable measures 6 inches tall x 8.5 inches wide. Jospeh measures...

This Grecian inspired nativity scene depicts the holy family in traditional Greek clothing with the Parthenon in the background. Zeus, a central figure in Greek mythology, is present to pay homage to the newborn King of kings. A large Grecian urn, often...

The holy family are portrayed in traditional Cameroon clothing in front of a Bamiléké house in this unique Cameroon nativity scene. As music is extremely spiritually significant in Cameroon, a Kamele Ngoni (a traditional West...

A giant desert cactus creates the shelter for the holy family in this fair trade nativity scene from Peru. The holy family are dressed in traditional Peruvian clothing and are accompanied by two Peruvian highland sheep. Handmade from ceramic. Fair trade...

Saint Francis of Assisi created the first living nativity scene in 1223 in an effort to teach people about Jesus's humble birth. In this nativity we see Saint Francis visiting the new born baby Jesus with the Basilica San Francesco di Assisi in the...

Peruvian nativity artists are inspired to show the birth of Jesus as being welcomed throughout the world.  In this Ethiopia nativity scene, the holy family are wearing traditional Ethiopian clothing and the Ethiopian landmark Fasil...

Peruvian nativity artists are inspired to show the birth of Jesus as being welcomed throughout the world.  In this Apache nativity scene, the holy family are clothed in traditional Apache clothing and a raccoon takes the place of the traditional...

Peruvian nativity artists are inspired to show the birth of Jesus as being welcomed throughout the world.  In this Holland nativity scene, the infant Jesus is cradled in a wooden shoe and a windmill and tulip fields create a Netherlands background...

Peruvian nativity artists are inspired to show the birth of Jesus as being welcomed throughout the world.  In this Costa Rica nativity scene, the infant Jesus is snuggled in a canoe while a sea bird and sea turtle take the place of the traditional...

Peruvian nativity artists are inspired to show the birth of Jesus as being welcomed throughout the world.  In this Venice nativity scene, the infant Jesus is in a gondola and a gondolier and Venice carnival goer are present to welcome the newborn...

In this Madagascar nativity scene, Baobab trees form the backdrop and a blue ambanja chameleon and raccoon (both animals native to Madagascar) gather to welcome the newborn baby Jesus.  Madagascar nativity scene measures approximately 2.5...

Peruvian nativity artists are inspired to show the birth of Jesus as being welcomed throughout the world.  In this French nativity scene, the Eiffel Tower forms the backdrop and a perfume bottle and croissant are presented as gifts to the newborn...

In Thailand, elephants represent strength and loyalty and are the national animal of Thailand - so of course they are present to welcome the newborn infant Jesus in this Thai nativity scene. Thailand nativity scene measures approximately 3 inches high x...

The birth of the infant Jesus is celebrated in Irish fashion with this Irish Blessing nativity scene. The iconic Cliffs of Moher are shown in the background as a man and woman with a harp are present to welcome the baby Jesus. A lowland sheep and a...

Peruvian nativity artists are inspired to show the birth of Jesus as being welcomed throughout the world. This Basque nativity scene represents the holy family wearing traditional Basque clothing and traditional Basque espadrilles and a Ezpeletako...

The holy family are portrayed with the La Sagrada Família Basilica as a backdrop in this Barcelona nativity scene. Also present to welcome the holy family is El Drac, the iconic Park Guell Dragon of Barcelona. Peruvian nativity...

The historic Basilica Cathedral of Arequipa and mountain known as El Misti form the backdrop of this Arequipa nativity scene from Peru. Rocoto peppers are an integral part of Arequipeñan cuisine and the artist of this nativity...

Many traditional Peruvian cultures consider the eagle a symbol of protection and wisdom. In this nativity set, we like to think the eagle may be seen as a symbol of God's protection over the holy family. This colorful nativity scene features Mary...

Artist Joan Miro was a Catalan abstract artist and contemporary of Pablo Picasso. His style of bright colors, organic shapes, and symbols is incorporated into this unique, fair trade nativity scene.  Joan Miro style nativity scene measures...

Nativity scene handmade in Ecuador from recycled and repurposed glass. Nativity scene includes the holy family, cow, donkey and wisemen with star. Hand made in Ecuador and fair trade imported. Nativity scene measures 3 inches high at the top of the...

Tuareg nativity scene is displayed in the desert with camels and a crescent moon overhead. Peruvian artists represent the nativity scene as portrayed all around the world. The Tuareg people are a Berber ethnic group and largely nomadic living...

Quinoa is a crop native to Peru and has been a sacred crop for thousands of years. Peruvian artists display this sacred crop behind the holy family in this fair trade quinoa nativity set from Peru. Quinoa nativity scene measures approximately 3.25...

The nativity scene is creatively reimagined in front of London's Westminster Abbey. Handmade by Peruvian artisans, this British themed nativity set features a unique combination of London themed elements, including Westminster Abbey, the Union Jack, and...

Brilliant, sparkling, unique nativity made in Peru from clear and blue glass. If you have been looking for a special glass nativity scene, this is the one! The infant Jesus is able to be removed from the manger and each nativity figure is dressed in...

The Peruvian artist who designed this unique nativity set portrays the holy family within a traditional Peruvian reed canoe. Indigenous boat building methods would involve reeds and stripped bark secured to a light framework.  Nativity scene is...

A tiny arctic nativity scene presented in a matchbox embellished with stars. Joseph stands about 1 inch high in this nativity scene. As there are no penguins in the arctic, we can assume this penguin journeyed a long way to visit the infant Jesus...