Description
This ceramic hanging decoration brings the nativity to the tree in a quiet, traditional way. An oval shell in soft grey opens at the front into a small alcove. Inside sits the Holy Family in relief: Joseph in a deep red cloak holding a little lantern, Mary kneeling beside him in a white headscarf, and the baby lying in the manger at their feet. A fine gold-toned beaded line runs round the rim, a gold star sits at the top, and a sheer copper-brown ribbon is tied in a bow above it for hanging. It measures 16cm tall, 7cm across and 3.5cm deep, a neat size for the branches.
Most will hang it on the Christmas tree, where the tree lights catch the gold rim and star, but it is just as happy away from the branches. Tie it to a wreath on an inside door, hang it from a dresser hook or a cabinet knob, or let it hang in a window through Advent. It makes a thoughtful Christmas gift, and its size means it slips easily into a stocking or sits neatly alongside a card.
The decoration is made from ceramic. The figures are modelled in relief inside the shell and finished in grey, cream, deep red and gold tones. The ribbon comes tied, so it is ready to hang straight away. As with any ceramic piece, hang it on a sturdy branch or hook where it will not be knocked, and dust it now and then with a soft dry cloth. Out of season, store it wrapped in tissue. On the tree, place it at eye level near the front, where the lantern and the faces can be seen up close. Surround it with plain gold and cream baubles to give the nativity scene centre stage.
Specification
| Material |
Ceramic |
| Colour |
Grey |
| Height |
16cm |
| Width |
7cm |
| Depth |
3.5cm |
| Weight |
0.124kg |
| Occasion |
Christmas |
Frequently Asked
How big is the nativity decoration?
It measures 16cm tall, 7cm across and 3.5cm deep. It sits comfortably on the branches of most Christmas trees and works just as well on a wall hook or in a window.
What is it made from?
It is made from ceramic. The Holy Family is modelled in relief inside an oval grey shell, with gold touches on the beaded rim and the star at the top.
How does it hang?
It hangs from a sheer copper-brown ribbon tied in a bow at the top, just above the gold star, so it is ready for a branch, hook or wreath.
What does the scene show?
Inside the shell are Joseph holding a small lantern, Mary kneeling beside him in a white headscarf, and the baby lying in the manger at their feet.
How should I look after it?
Dust it gently with a soft dry cloth and hang it where it will not be knocked, as with any ceramic piece. Out of season, store it wrapped in tissue.
Does it make a good Christmas gift?
Yes, it makes a thoughtful Christmas gift for anyone who likes a traditional nativity on the tree, and it is small enough to tuck into a stocking.