Nativity Sets Around the World

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...

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...

African nativity scene is handmade in Kenya from beautiful kisii soapstone. The holy family stands about 6 inches tall.  Hand-carved and hand-painted from lustrous kisii, a soapstone native to Kenya, is first carved into the shape of the nativity...

The blessed family stands together under a colorful star in unique nativity from Kenya. May and Joseph both lovingly hold the infant Jesus. The nativity is approximately 6 inches tall. Hand-carved and hand-painted from lustrous kisii, a soapstone native...

Mary kneels cradling the infant Jesus and Joseph stands by their side in this fair trade nativity set made in Kenya Africa. Joseph stands about 5.5 inches tall. Hand-carved and hand-painted from lustrous kisii, a soapstone native to Kenya, is first...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

The tulip is a traditional motif in Turkish art and it beautifully decorates this 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 tulbend...

Black Sheep standing for your Huggler Woodcarving Nativity scene. This Christnacht collection is the oldest and most traditional nativity carving from wood in the Brienz, Switzerland region. Sized for a 5.5 inch scale nativity. Figurine measures...

Sheep leaning forward for your Huggler Woodcarving Nativity scene. This Christnacht collection is the oldest and most traditional nativity carving from wood in the Brienz, Switzerland region. Sized for a 5.5 inch scale nativity. Figurine measures...

Angel Kneeling for your Huggler Woodcarving Nativity scene. This Christnacht collection is the oldest and most traditional nativity carving from wood in the Brienz, Switzerland region. Sized for a 5.5 inch scale nativity. This kneeling angel measures...

Empty Stable for the Rinconada Nativity measures 6" W x 5-1/4" H x 3" D. Internationally known for its unique personality, character and originality, the Rinconada Nativity Scene is truly one of the finest examples of contemporary ceramic design...

Internationally known for its unique personality, character and originality, the Rinconada Nativity Scene is truly one of the finest examples of contemporary ceramic design. Rinconada Nativity camel is hand made in Uruguay and is carefully hand-carved...

Angel for the Nativity measures 3-1/2" H x 2-1/4" W. Rinconada Nativity figure 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...

Kid Goat for the Nativity measures 2" H x 2-1/4" W. Rinconada Nativity figure 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...

Baby Elephant Trumpeting for your Huggler Woodcarving Nativity scene. This Christnacht collection is the oldest and most traditional nativity carving from wood in the Brienz, Switzerland region. Sized for a 5.5 inch scale nativity. In 1915, Hans...

Man with Book and Dog for your Huggler Woodcarving Nativity scene. This Christnacht collection is the oldest and most traditional nativity carving from wood in the Brienz, Switzerland region. Sized for a 5.5 inch scale nativity. In 1915, Hans...

Young Camel Standing with Two Humps for your Huggler Woodcarving Nativity scene. This Christnacht collection is the oldest and most traditional nativity carving from wood in the Brienz, Switzerland region. Sized for a 5.5 inch scale nativity.  In...

Shepherd with Lamb for your Huggler Woodcarving Nativity scene. This Christnacht collection is the oldest and most traditional nativity carving from wood in the Brienz, Switzerland region. Sized for a 5.5 inch scale nativity.  In 1915, Hans...

Shepherd Dog Playing for your Huggler Woodcarving Nativity scene. This Christnacht collection is the oldest and most traditional nativity carving from wood in the Brienz, Switzerland region. Sized for a 5.5 inch scale nativity. Figurine measures...

The shawm (or Schalmei) is a double reed woodwind instrument. This shepherd, carved in the Huggler studios in Switzerland, stands playing the shawm. This Christnacht collection is the oldest and most traditional nativity carving from wood in the Brienz,...

Standing Ox Facing Left for your Huggler Woodcarving Nativity scene. This Christnacht collection is the oldest and most traditional nativity carving from wood in the Brienz, Switzerland region. Sized for a 5.5 inch scale nativity. In 1915, Hans...

Mary with Hand on Heart for your Huggler Woodcarving Nativity scene. This Christnacht collection is the oldest and most traditional nativity carving from wood in the Brienz, Switzerland region. Sized for a 5.5 inch scale nativity. In 1915, Hans...

Llama Standing for your Huggler Woodcarving Nativity scene. This Christnacht collection is the oldest and most traditional nativity carving from wood in the Brienz, Switzerland region. Sized for a 5.5 inch scale nativity.  In 1915, Hans...

Seated Ox Facing Left for your Huggler Woodcarving Nativity scene. This Christnacht collection is the oldest and most traditional nativity carving from wood in the Brienz, Switzerland region. Sized for a 5.5 inch scale nativity. In 1915, Hans...

Girl Seated for your Huggler Woodcarving Nativity scene. Cristnacht 14 cm / 5.5" scale. Figurine measures approximately 3-1/2" H x 2-3/8" W x 2-3/4" D. This Christnacht collection is the oldest and most traditional nativity carving from wood in the...

Sheep Grazing for your Huggler Woodcarving Nativity scene. This Christnacht collection is the oldest and most traditional nativity carving from wood in the Brienz, Switzerland region. Sized for a 5.5 inch scale nativity. In 1915, Hans Huggler-Wyss...

Horse Standing for your Huggler Woodcarving Nativity scene. This Christnacht collection is the oldest and most traditional nativity carving from wood in the Brienz, Switzerland region. Sized for a 5.5 inch scale nativity. In 1915, Hans Huggler-Wyss...

Young Camel Standing with One Hump for your Huggler Woodcarving Nativity scene. This Christnacht collection is the oldest and most traditional nativity carving from wood in the Brienz, Switzerland region. Sized for a 5.5 inch scale nativity. In 1915,...

Wiseman Melchior for your Huggler Woodcarving Nativity scene. This Christnacht collection is the oldest and most traditional nativity carving from wood in the Brienz, Switzerland region. Sized for a 5.5 inch scale nativity. In 1915, Hans Huggler-Wyss...

Old Woman with Pouch for your Huggler Woodcarving Nativity scene. This Christnacht collection is the oldest and most traditional nativity carving from wood in the Brienz, Switzerland region. Sized for a 5.5 inch scale nativity. Figurine measures...

Rinconada Nativity Ox figure is hand made in Uruguay and began with a master design. From this master design ceramic is molded and then hand carved to add texture, detail and personality. When the carving is finished the piece is ready for its first kiln...