Nativity Sets Around the World

Hand-lathed, handmade wooden nativity scene made in the Baltic Nation of Estonia. Measures 4 inches tall x 9.5 inches wide x 4 inches deep. Nativity figures and candle holder are secured to the oval base. Nativity set from Estonia is made of pine,...

Stylized carnations were used in art during the Ottoman empire to reflect wealth and abundance. Different colored carnations beautifully decorate this nativity scene from Turkey. Turkish carnations are typically shown as large fan-like single...

Lovely and serene nativity scene is handmade from ceramic and painted in rich colors of burgundy, silver and gold.  Handmade in Peru and fair trade imported. Mary stands about 5 inches tall and 1.5 inches wide. See more nativity scenes Peru,...

Begin your LEPI Reindl nativity scene collection with the Holy Family and Wooden Stable Starter Set. Stable measurements: 6 inches wide x 8.75 inches high x 7.75 inches deep. This 3.25 inch scale creche set is made in Italy and handcarved from...

A curious penguin has travelled an awfully long way to visit the newborn Jesus in this Inuit nativity scene. The holy family and wisemen are all bundled in warm colorful parkas and the baby Jesus is swaddled snugly in cozy layers. Even a polar bear cub...

Traditional dress nativity scene from the Republic of Georgia features clothing representative of Georgian history and culture. Joseph is wearing the traditional Svan hat and has a dagger in his belt. Svans are one of the distinct northern peoples of...

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...

Peruvian artists represent the nativity scene as portrayed all around the world. This nativity features the holy family clothed in traditional Japanese dress and a decorative pagoda in the background. Japanese nativity scene measures approximately...

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...

Handmade by Peruvian artisans, this Bengal nativity set displays the holy family along with a Bengal tiger and an Asian elephant, animals native to India.  Bengal nativity scene measures approximately 3.25 inches wide by 2.75 inches tall...

Handmade in Uruguay, the Rinconada Nativity Scene is truly one of the finest examples of contemporary ceramic design. This scene includes the holy family and stable. Joseph stands 4.5" high. Each piece of this nativity scene began with a...

Beautiful olive wood nativity scene is hand-carved in Bethlehem region of modern day Palestine / West Bank by a 4th generation Christian family of wood carvers.   Each nativity piece is hand-carved from olive wood so variations in grain and...

Brightly colored nativity scene made in Mexico in the tradition of the Castillo family. Made by nativity artisans of the Montesinos family from Izucar de Matamoros Puebla Mexico. Mexican nativity scene is handcrafted from terracotta...

What a unique and colorful African nativity scene. Handmade in Uganda from kitenge fabric and natural materials, the holy family can stand on its own or be used as a hanging ornament. A variety of kitenge fabrics are used for this nativity set so no two...

Thailand nativity scene made by Liew, an artist who lives in a village near Chaing Mai. The nativity pieces are made from brass and copper and feature the holy family and wisemen in Chut Thai or traditional Thai clothing. Nativity set measures...

Our Turkish nativity scene features three fritware figures and a Turkish rug. These nativity figures are handcrafted in Turkey using methods and techniques from the 14th to 16th century Iznik pottery tradition of the Ottoman Empire. The tulip is a...

What a lovely design for a nativity scene! Handmade in Mexico from tin, this nativity scene folds flat when closed, and opens to reveal a delightful and colorful nacimiento (the word for nativity scene in Mexico). Each nativity piece is carefully hinged...

The holy family rests in the shade of a palm tree in this lovely nativity scene made in Thailand. In Thailand, the palm tree is an important resource providing materials for both shelter and food. It is only fitting that the Thai artists who designed...

Paper is quilled into coils to create this colorful nativity scene handmade in Vietnam. Felt, rubber and wood are also used to add embellishments to the nativity figures. Nativity scene includes Mary holding the infant Jesus, Joseph holding a staff and...

Unique nativity scene portrays the holy family on one side of the mountain and the wisemen on the other side, following the star to the infant Jesus. We just love this double sided feature of this mountainside nativity set! Another unique detail is the...

The halic spiral design on this Turkish nativity set is a traditional motif in Turkish art originating during the Ottoman empire.  Flowing spiral designs inspired by the bay of Istanbul gracefully decorate this  nativity scene from Turkey. The...

Stylized carnations were used in art during the Ottoman empire to reflect wealth and abundance. Multi-colored carnations beautifully decorate this nativity scene from Turkey. Turkish carnations are typically shown as large fan-like single flowers...

A colorful and whimsical nativity scene featuring garden gnomes. The mythical creatures called gnomes are said to be gentle and kind, always on the lookout to remove splinters from animals' paws or free animals from traps. Our ceramic gnome nativity...

Hidden beneath the brightly colored Christmas tree is a tiny surprise nativity scene. Lift the tree off the base to reveal the nativity scene inside. Vibrant colors and patterns decorate each tree and nativity scene - each one is a little bit different ...

A colorful nativity scene nestled in the shade of a Pacaya Palm tree. The pacaya palm is common in Guatemala and is known for its edible flowers. Pacaya palm nativity scene measures about 2.5 inches tall. Made from painted clay. As each one is handmade,...

A colorfully painted owl shelters this tiny nativity scene. The Mayan tradition of artistic creativity and color is evident in this vibrant nativity set. Owl nativity scene measures about 2.75 inches. Made from painted clay. As each one is handmade,...

The colors on this nativity scene are so soothing. Each piece is painted in purple shades of amethyst and orchid and detailed in shining gold. Hollow form ceramic nativity figures are handmade in Peru in a fair trade workshop which pays artists a fair...

The colors on this nativity scene are so vibrant. Each piece is painted in shades of jade and celadon green and detailed in shining gold. Hollow form ceramic nativity figures are handmade in Peru in a fair trade workshop which pays artists a fair wage...

The nativity has been interpreted in so many different ways throughout history. This rendition comes to us from rural Kenya, where banana palms provide a beautiful variegated natural fiber that Kenyan artisans sculpt into memorable holiday ornaments...

This Rinconada nativity sheep is hand made in Uruguay and is carefully hand-carved and detailed in fine grain earthenware ceramic material. After initial kiln firing, decoration continues with the hand application of colored slips and enamel glazes used...

Hand made in Nepal, this felted Himalayan wool nativity scene features the Holy Family, three Wisemen and a sheep. Joseph stands 4.5 inches tall. This charming nativity scene from Nepal is lovingly handmade by skilled artisans working in a Fair Trade...

Colorful strips of recycled magazine paper are woven and quilled to create this fair trade nativity from Vietnam.  Fair trade imported from Vietnam, our recycled magazine nativity scene measures just under 3 inches tall and includes the holy family...

Stylized carnations were used in art during the Ottoman empire to reflect wealth and abundance. Red carnations beautifully decorate this nativity scene from Turkey. Turkish carnations are typically shown as large fan-like single flowers. Our Turkish...

For your 8cm scale LEPI Reindl Nativity scene. What is that bright light in the sky? The goats are skittish as the herders try to calm them. But even the goat herders cannot take their eyes off of the bright star shining over their little town of...

For your 8cm scale LEPI Reindl Nativity scene. The cats are thirsty as a woman approaches with an amphora. They know she will draw the water from the well and perhaps give them a refreshing drink as well! This 3.25 inch creche set is handcarved from...

The halic spiral design on this Turkish nativity set is a traditional motif in Turkish art originating during the Ottoman empire.  Flowing spiral designs inspired by the bay of Istanbul gracefully decorate this  nativity scene from Turkey...

The tulip is a traditional motif in Turkish art and blue tulips decorate this beautiful nativity scene from Turkey. Did you know in the 16th century, the Dutch brought tulip bulbs to Holland from Turkey? The name tulip is derived from the Turkish word...