Small Terracotta Stable Nativity

This cute, handmade nativity scene will be a great addition to any Christmas collection! Each scene contains Mary, Joseph, Baby Jesus, 3 animals and an angel. All figures are affixed to the stable so nothing will get lost, plus it has a small metal hook on the back for wall hanging! Given its handmade nature, expect small differences on each product.

• Handmade in Guatemala
• Materials: terracotta (riverbed clay)
• Average dimensions: 3.5 in. W x 3.7 in. H
• Metal hook on the back for wall hanging

This lovely piece was made from riverbed clay of the Chenautla region of Guatemala. Each piece is hand sculpted, dried in the sun, painted with a red clay slip, polished and finally fired. The firing process involves placing the objects on a crate above a pine bark fire and covered with grass for 2-3 hours. An occasional black spot can sometimes be found and is a tribute to this ancient firing process. It is not an imperfection but a natural part of the firing process caused by the pine and adds to the uniqueness of each piece.

With every product you purchase, you are helping provide employment, educational opportunities and medical care to artisans in Chenautlta, Guatemala.