Nativity Sets Around the World

Mary has the infant Jesus swaddled close to her in this adorable nativity scene from Nepal. Himalayan sheep wool is felted and shaped to make this beautiful Nepalese nativity scene. Hand made in Kathmandu Nepal and fair trade imported. Angel measures 3...

Lovely and colorful sinamay fabric and abaca fibers are woven to create this graceful nativity scene made in The Philippines. Nativity figures measure approximately 8 inches tall. Sinamay fabric is made from leaves of the abaca plant. Abaca fiber...

Beautifully crafted nativity scene lantern is handmade from iron with a matte copper finish. Made in India and fair trade imported. The lantern measures 6 inches tall x 4 inches in diameter and has an inner ring to hold a tea light candle. (Candle not...

Peruvian artists symbolize the infant Jesus being welcomed world-wide and this Chinese nativity scene presents pandas alongside the holy family with the Great Wall of China in the background. Great Wall of China nativity scene measures approximately 4...

Beautiful in its simplicity, this terracotta nativity set from Nepal conveys a sense of minimalist and unrefined beauty. The terracotta clay used for the nativity figures is presented in its natural, earthy color. Simply beautiful!  Four piece...

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...

The name Circle of Love reflects the unity and warmth that emanates from this Peruvian nativity scene. The figures of Mary and Jospeh creates a sense of togetherness and protection and the design of the nativity mirrors the love, hope and joy that...

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...

A circle of stars often represents unity and harmony and in this artful nativity scene a circle of stars surrounds the holy family. Haitian artists hand-hammer repurposed steel drums, hand-cut and paint to create this beautiful nativity scene from...

Golden sands and palm trees frame this charming seaside nativity scene. Three wisemen traverse the waters in a boat, bringing gifts for the infant Jesus who is snuggled in a hammock. In place of the traditional shepherd, a fisherman arrives with a...

The holy family is nested beneath a beautifully beaded arch and star of Bethlehem in this nativity scene from Thailand. Made from copper, brass and beading details. There is no lead in the metals and only lead free solder is used. This nativity...

Our merry moose nativity scene is a creative and unique interpretation of the traditional Christmas nativity. Even moose, which are large, majestic creatures, pay homage to the birth of the infant Jesus in this moose nativity scene. Made from...

Artful and serene, the heavenly pillars nativity scene is handcarved from beautifully lush soapstone. Each piece is carved from locally sourced soapstone. Some variation in coloration and carving make each nativity set one of a kind. The tallest piece...

The joy and spirit of Christmas is beautifully portrayed with our Fair Trade Tuko Pamoja Soapstone Nativity Scene from Kenya. "Tuko Pamoja" is a Swahili phrase that translates to "We Are Together". The Tuko Pamoja nativity set conveys...

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...

Nativity scene handmade in the Republic of Georgia is crafted from felted Georgian wool. The country's mountainous terrain and climate provide favorable conditions for sheep farming, and Georgian sheep are renowned for their high-quality wool...

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,...

Handmade in El Salvador, this nativity scene features sustainable jute and agave fiber with accents of multicolored handwoven cotton. The holy family is displayed upon a wooden base.  Each nativity set is individually handmade and variation in size...

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...

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...

Unique nativity scene from Ecuador is handmade from eucalyptus pods, beans and dried orange peel. Size will vary but the nativity measures approximately 2 inches tall x 2 inches wide.  Handmade in Ecuador and fair trade imported.  See more...

Himalayan sheep wool is felted and shaped to make this beautiful Nepalese nativity scene. Hand made in Nepal and fair trade imported, we love the simple beauty of this unique nativity scene. Himalayan nativity scene from Nepal is lovingly handmade by...

Brightly colored poinsettia nativity scene is handmade by Rosa Inez of Calderon, Ecuador, her family, and a team of local women from her community.  Masapán is a traditional craft of Ecuador creating bread sculptures from a dough using maize...

Both chocolate and Masapán (a traditional craft of bread sculpture made using maize) are traditional products of Ecuador. This Ecuadorian nativity scene features Masapán figures, a Cacao pod shelter and a star made from Star Anise. Nativity...

The stable in this coconut shell nativity scene is hand carved from a Haitian coconut, and the figures are sculpted from clay and painted by hand. A unique nativity set fair trade imported from Haiti.  Coconut shell 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...

Vibrant blues and greens decorate this colorful nativity scene from Haiti. Haitian artists hand-hammer repurposed steel drums, hand-cut and paint to create this beautiful nativity set. Imported from Haiti through a fair trade organization. Fair trade...

Wow we couldn't resist this beautiful Easter sculpture from Haiti. The risen Christ is artfully depicted using a hand-hammered repurposed steel drum.  Imported from Haiti through a fair trade organization. Fair trade pays artisans a fair price for...

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...

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...

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...

An artful nativity scene sure to be cherished for many Christmases to come. Mary cradles the infant Jesus in her arms and Joseph leans in lovingly and reverently to form the nativity display. Fair trade nativity scene from Peru is handmade from clay and...