Description
This little nativity scene figurine gathers the Holy Family beneath a thatched stable roof, ready for a shelf at Christmas. Mary kneels with her hands together in prayer, Joseph stands beside her holding up a lantern, and the baby Jesus lies swaddled in a straw-filled manger between them. A lamb rests at each end of the scene. The figures have soft, rounded faces and simple painted features, so the piece feels gentle and homely. The colours are warm browns, with an ochre roof and cream details on the robes and lambs.
It measures about 10cm by 9cm and just 4cm deep, so it fits a narrow mantelpiece, windowsill or bookshelf where a larger nativity would not. The figures and stable share one base, so it stands by itself and needs no arranging: everything stays where it belongs all season. It suits a hallway table that greets guests, a bedside or a desk, and sits happily among candles, greenery and cards. As a Christmas gift, it is a thoughtful choice for anyone who likes to keep the heart of the season close, and its small size makes it easy to wrap.
The stable is textured to look like weathered timber, with grain lines on its posts, back wall and base, a log end beneath the ridge and a deep, combed thatch. Joseph's lantern carries a touch of gold that catches the glow of a lamp or the tree lights. Dust it with a soft dry cloth, and wrap it in tissue when the decorations come down so it is ready for the following Christmas. Set it near the front of a shelf with a few pine cones beside it, leaving room around the roof so its outline shows.
Specification
| Colour |
Brown |
| Height |
10cm |
| Width |
9cm |
| Depth |
4cm |
| Weight |
0.064kg |
| Occasion |
Christmas |
Frequently Asked
How big is this nativity figurine?
It measures about 10cm by 9cm and 4cm deep. That small size fits easily on a mantelpiece, a windowsill or a bookshelf.
Which figures are in the nativity scene?
Mary kneels in prayer and Joseph holds a lantern. The baby Jesus lies in his manger, and a lamb rests at each end, all beneath a thatched stable roof.
Do the figures need arranging?
No. The figures and the stable share one base, so the scene stands on its own as a single piece and every figure stays in place.
What colours is the nativity scene?
It is mainly warm browns, with an ochre thatched roof, cream details on the robes and lambs, and a touch of gold on Joseph's lantern.
How should I look after the figurine?
Dust it gently with a soft dry cloth. Between Christmases, wrap it in tissue and store it somewhere dry so it stays in good condition.
Does it make a good Christmas gift?
We think so. It is a small, gentle nativity that is easy to wrap and suits anyone who likes a quiet reminder of the meaning of Christmas.