South American Nativity Scenes

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...

A kitten snuggled around the top of baby Jesus's head - it doesn't get much cuter than that!  Every cat lover will surely paws and reflect this Christmas season when they see the cats and kittens in this adorable this nativity scene. Handmade...

So sweet! Slide open the matchbox to reveal a tiny nativity scene inside. The outside of the matchbox is decorated with an angel announcing the birth of the newborn Jesus.   Assorted colors. 1.5 inches long. This nativity set was acquired through...

Wow! This beautiful Peruvian cathedral is the backdrop of a joyous nativity display. Villagers are gathered around the holy family and birds flock to be a part of the nativity scene. You can almost hear the bells ring out from the two bell towers in the...

Beautiful ceramic nativity scene is handmade in the style of a traditional Peruvian adobe home. The holy family are gathered together with Peruvian villagers and a flock of sheep. We love the smiling sheep in the corner! A small cutout in the back and...

This tiny matchbox nativity scene is particularly unique as it fit two stories into a tiny little nativity home. Each nativity is handmade from clay and glued inside a colorfully painted matchbox. Variations in style and coloration is normal and makes...

The holy family are gathered under a flowing vine with colorful leaves and flowers in this Vine and Flowers Nativity Scene. The nativity is displayed atop a painted red globe with decorative cutouts. Handmade and fair trade imported from Peru, this...

Handmade in Peru and Fair Trade imported, this nativity scene features the holy family in colorful attire and the infant Jesus swaddled on Mary's back. At the heart of the nativity is a space for a candle to light up the starry twilight sky around the...

Slide open the matchbox to reveal a tiny nativity scene inside. Beautifully painted outside depicting the three wisemen traveling to visit the newborn baby Jesus. Tucked inside the matchbox is the nativity scene made from brightly painted clay. Three...

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...

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...

The Peruvian sunset is typically awash in beautiful shades of blues and oranges - just like our ceramic nativity scene from Peru. Each piece of our Peruvian sunset nativity is glazed with a high gloss shine and is beautifully painted on both front and...

Our pretty little nativity set is a kaleidoscope of bright Quechua colors and patterns. Each piece is glazed with a high gloss shine and is beautifully painted on both front and back. Indigenous women of the Andes traditionally wear bright and...

Beautiful in candle light or when placed in front of a window, this nativity scene is handmade from recycled glass by talented artisans in Chile. Wooden holder for the nativity can hold a tea-light candle (candle not included). Fair trade nativity scene...

Radiant nativity scene is handmade from recycled glass by talented artisans in Chile. Wooden holder for the nativity can hold a tea-light candle (candle not included). Looks particularly beautiful displayed on a windowsill where the sun can shine through...

Chilean Tehuelche nativity scene lovingly handmade in Chile to represent the nativity as portrayed in the traditional dress of the Tehuelche. The Tehuelche is a collective name for the various tribes that inhabited Patagonia. The Chilean...

Unique nativity set lovingly handmade in Chile to represent the nativity as portrayed in the traditional dress of the Huasos of Chile. The Huasos are skilled horsemen who live Chile's central valley. Parades, fiestas, holidays and folklore in Chile...

Lovingly handmade in Chile to represent the nativity scene as portrayed in the traditional dress of the Selk'nam tribe of Chile. The Selk'nam people held deep spiritual beliefs including faith in a creator and worship of one main deity...

Lovingly handmade in Chile to represent the nativity scene as portrayed in the traditional dress of the Rapa Nui. The Rapa Nui people live in the Easter Island and mainland regions of Chile. The Rapa Nui nativity scene is approximately 5 inches tall. As...

Lovingly handmade in Chile to represent the nativity scene as portrayed in the traditional dress of the Aymara people of Chile.The Aymara people live in the Andean highlands of northern Chile. The Aymara nativity scene is approximately 4 inches tall. As...

Lovingly handmade in Chile to represent the nativity scene as portrayed in the traditional dress of the Chilote people of Chile. Wool knits are an important part of the Chilote tradition as it provides protection from the cold and rain. The Chilote...

Lovingly handmade in Chile to represent the nativity scene as portrayed in the traditional dress of the Mapuche people of Chile. The Mapuche people are known for their traditional weaving. Mapuche (or people of the land) are the largest ethnic...

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...

Peruvian artisans produce some of the most creative nativities. In this unique nativity, the holy family is displayed inside a Peruvian guitar known as a charango, a scene that celebrates the season with a festive twist. Nativity is made from ceramic and...

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...

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...

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...

Internationally known for its unique personality, character and originality, the Rinconada Nativity Scene is truly one of the finest examples of contemporary ceramic design. Joseph stands 4.5" tall. The Ox is 3.75" long. The Rinconada Nativity...

Internationally known for its unique personality, character and originality, the Rinconada Nativity Scene is truly one of the finest examples of contemporary ceramic design. The development of the Rinconada style was strongly influenced by Pablo...

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 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...

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...

The Peruvian highlands are known for their frazadas (traditional blankets) and the colorful frazadas used in this Peruvian highland nativity set make it extra, extra special! The nativity figures are made from terracotta, and colorfully dressed in the...

The infant Jesus is snuggled warmly in our igloo nativity scene. The Holy Family are dressed as Baffin Island Inuit - the native Inuit population of Baffin Island in Canada - although many Inuit populations dressed much the same way. They would wear...

A truly unique, fair trade nativity scene. This adorable nativity scene is crafted out of covered marbles. The stable is crafted from wood and as it is handmade, there can be variation in the stable design.  Handmade in Chile, this fair trade item...

Unique flour paste nativity set from Colombia is made from Mazapán, a traditional hard dough made from wheat or corn flour and water, and shaped by hand.  Nativity figures measure approx. 2-1/2" high x 3/4" diameter. These...

Fair Trade - Peruvian Wise Men follow the star on their way to see the Holy Family. A fun variation on the nativity story. Shooting star scene is crafted of ceramic and measures 7.5"L x 3"W x 1.5"H. This Nativity set was acquired through a Fair Trade...

Fabrics of many colors and textures are used to make this arpillera nativity scene with detailed hand embroidery and applique, Arpilleras are a traditional Peruvian craft telling stories through intricate three dimensional embroidery and applique.Solid...

Colorful and unique nativity scene made in Tabio, Colombia, a small village outside of Bogota. The wire portion of the figures is pliable and can be positioned to your liking. The soft cotton yarn and wooden faces lend a homespun feel to this nativity...