12 Piece Olive Wood Nativity Set

A distinct gift from the Holy Land: Baby Jesus, Mary, Joseph, Magi, and Barn Animals. This set is hand made in the Holy city of Bethlehem. Mary, Joseph, and the Magi, are all paying homage to Baby Jesus. These carvings are lovingly hand carved out of Olive Wood that is native to the Holy Land. Olive Wood has a rich beautiful natural dark grain that contrasts against the lighter color of the wood. The figures are free standing, allowing you to arrange them however is appropriate in your home. Each set is unique and distinct. The figures are not molded. The scene is not prefabricated. Every piece is carefully hand crafted and then hand assembled by a Christian Family in the Holy City of Bethlehem. No two Nativities are the same. All the wood used is Olive Wood that is locally grown in orchards between the Holy Cities of Bethlehem and Jerusalem. Olive Trees do not grow from seeds: they are grafted, like vines. Some of Olive trees are hundreds of years old. The families of artisa