Description
The tradition of the Nativity scene began when, in the year 1223, St Francis staged a pageant with people acting out the parts of the Holy Family, the Wisemen, Shepherds, and Villagers. Also included were oxen, cows, sheep, and other animals. 65260
Fontanini Nativity figures are made in Italy and are richly detailed and hand-painted in an old-world palette for authenticity and enduring beauty. The figures are handcrafted from a specially formatted polymer that is resistant to chipping and breaking.
The Fontanini Nativity story of St. Francis of Assisi: Formerly a child from a wealthy family, Francis gave away all of his possessions and committed his life to God. News of his deeds and kindnesses spread, and soon he had many followers, who soon became the Franciscan order of priests. St. Francis is known not only for his humility and kindness to all animals, but also as the person who planned an executed the very first Nativity pageant.
