Nativity Sets Around the World

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 ...

Guatemalan architecture is known for vibrant colors, and this nativity is bursting with gorgeous colors! Lift the Guatemalan church off the base to reveal the nativity scene inside. Gorgeous colors and patterns decorate each nativity scene - each one is...

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,...

Julkrubba is the Swedish word for nativity scene and this shepherd with flock of sheep for the creche set was added to our offerings in 2019. These nativity pieces are to accompany our Scandinavian Nativity from Sweden Made from FSC certified...

A truly beautiful nativity scene. Sculpted as a hollow form ceramic piece, this nativity fit perfectly in your cradled hands - quite a Christmas meditation piece! Peruvian sculpted nativity measure 3.75 inches tall. Visit our collection of Peruvian...

An egg is carefully hollowed out, painted on both the outside and inside, and plaster nativity figures are delicately glued inside. Two heliotrope flowers are symbolized at the base of the infant Jesus' manger. Heliotrope is a flower originally from...

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...

Beautiful bead work makes this unique Nativity scene stand out. Hand made in Kenya, this Nativity feature 5 colorful figurines depicting the Nativity in beads and wire. The set also includes a banana fiber and cloth storage box that doubles as a manger...

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...

What an interesting nativity scene from Ecuador. The Erythrina edulis (common name Basul) tree is a legume that is native to the Andean region and is commonly grown as both a natural fence and an edible crop.  It is known as the Tree Bean of the...

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...

Fair Trade - A beautiful depiction of the night of Christ's birth. Skillfully hand crafted. This fair trade metal silhouette Nativity from India measures 18.5"W x 5.5"H x 1.75"D This Nativity scene was acquired through a Fair Trade organization. Fair...

The message in the bottle is : Merry Christmas - Jesus is Born! Tiny nativity scene in a glass bottle is fair trade imported from Peru. Handmade from ceramic and glass and cork and measures 1 inch in diameter and 2.25 inches high.  See more...

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...

Hand-made by artists in the Ayacucho region of Peru, this one piece Holy Family Nativity is sure to please. Measures approximately 4" H. This product come to us through a fair trade organization, which puts people first, not profit.  

The Maasai people are an ethnic group in Southern Kenya and Northern Tanzania and stand in as representations of the holy family in our Maasai nativity scene. Red checked patterns are typical in Maasai clothing and the traditional word for the colorful...

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...

This petite Nativity scene is hand-made of olive wood in the West Bank region of Palestine. Nativity measures approximately 4" high. This Nativity comes to us through a fair trade organization that ensures fair wages and puts people before profits. Hand...

A fair trade Peruvian nativity scene calls to mind the agricultural terraces of Pisac, an important and historic landmark in the sacred valley. The Incas carved curved canals and cisterns into the mountainside, allowing the steep terrain to produce an...

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...

What makes this Hawaiian nativity set special to Kauai? Why the rooster of course. Kauai is known for the wild jungle fowl population living on the island. Moa (Polynesian for chicken) stand beside the Polynesian holy family in this unique nativity set...

Our Fair Trade nativity set from the Philippines is made from delicately woven abaca fibers and coconut fibers.  The tallest figure in this Filipino nativity set measures 4 inches high. Some of our favorite details in this nativity set is the...

A miniature nativity scene is completely housed inside the shell of a macadamia nut! It is truly remarkable how artisans in Ecuador can create such a colorfully detailed nativity set inside a macadamia shell! The holy family is crafted from Mazapan...

It is amazing a nativity set so small and delicate can be made with such colorful detail. Handmade in Ecuador, this miniature nativity scene is displayed on a disk of polished tagua shell with a pistachio shell as the backdrop. Mary, Joseph, and the...

Sri Lanka has a long history of indigenous weaving communities creating handloomed woven textiles and our fair trade nativity set from Sri Lanka incorporates that colorful tradition. Nativity pieces include the holy family, shepherd, lamb, ox, donkey,...

A stunning fair trade, hand-made African 10 piece nativity scene crafted using the Raku pottery technique. Raku pottery has its origins in 16th Century Japan. Characterized by hand-molding, low-firing and removal from kiln while still hot, Raku...

Fair trade nativity set handmade in Cambodia from carefully carved wood and coconut shell. We love the look of this nativity with a soft light shining behind it. The contrast of wood and coconut shell materials and the Holy Family recessed within is...

The message in the bottle is : Merry Christmas - Jesus is Born! Tiny nativity scene in a glass bottle is fair trade imported from Peru. Handmade from ceramic and glass and cork and measures 1 inch in diameter and 2.25 inches high.  See more...

Traditional redware pottery inspired by the ancient Bolivian Tiwanaku culture. Each piece is made with great detail glazed or painted entirely by hand with a simple brush. Artisans: Aymara ceramic artisans in Bolivia have inherited and adapted the...

This sweet little masapán nativity scene will not take up a lot of space on your mantle, but it just might in your heart. Masapán (pronounced MAH-ze-pahn) is bread dough and is traditionally used in Ecuador by local artisans. This...

Nestled within a hand-woven basket is this cherrful masapán nativity scene.  Masapán (pronounced MAH-ze-pahn) is bread dough and is traditionally used in Ecuador by local artisans. This product is entirely made by hand in small...

The figures in this nativity scene are handmade in Uganda from wire and Mutuba bark cloth, a traditional Ugandan fabric made from tree bark. Making barkcloth is an ancient Ugandan tradition, and the cloth is known as olubugo in Uganda. This...

Vibrant nativity set shadowbox from Uganda is made from colorful kitenge fabric, bark cloth, wire, and papier-mâché. Each of these nativity sets features a different section of kitenge cloth so no two are exactly alike. Just a few are shown...

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...