Description
This round house lantern tells the nativity story around its walls, under a pointed roof printed to look like straw thatch. Mary sits in red with the baby Jesus in her arms while Joseph stands close by in blue, the wise men bring their gifts, and a shepherd sits with his crook beside a fawn, lambs and a manger full of hay. A small arched window frames a single star over a night sky, and a painted lantern hangs from the stable wall. Stars are cut through the roof and walls, so when the LED is lit they glow yellow against the brown stable and the tan roof. Made of plastic, it stands 21cm tall and 11cm across.
We think of it as a quiet centrepiece for Christmas, set on a mantelpiece, a sideboard or a hall table where the stars catch the eye as the evenings draw in. Because the scene runs right round the lantern, it looks good from every side, so it suits the middle of a dining table or a bookcase. It brings the story of the first Christmas into a living room or bedroom, and it makes a thoughtful Christmas gift for anyone who keeps the nativity at the heart of their celebrations. It is a piece for dry rooms indoors.
It runs on three AA batteries, which are not included. The plastic body stands on its own round base, so it needs no hook or wall and sits happily on any level surface. To keep it looking its best, dust the print with a soft dry cloth and keep it away from damp. Take the batteries out when you pack it away after Christmas so it is ready for the next time. For an easy finishing touch, set it among a little greenery and a few pine cones and let the stars glow through.
Specification
| Material |
Plastic |
| Colour |
Multicoloured |
| Height |
21cm |
| Width |
11cm |
| Depth |
11cm |
| Weight |
0.075kg |
| Battery |
X3 AA (not included) |
| Occasion |
Christmas |
Frequently Asked
How big is the nativity lantern?
It stands 21cm tall and measures 11cm across, a size that sits comfortably on a mantelpiece, shelf or sideboard.
What batteries does the lantern take?
It runs on three AA batteries. They are not included, so it is worth having a set ready before you set it out.
What is the lantern made of?
The lantern is made of plastic, with the nativity scene printed around the walls and a thatch pattern on the pointed roof.
Can I use it outside or in a bathroom?
No. It is for dry rooms indoors, such as a living room, hallway or bedroom, rather than a bathroom, porch or garden.
What does it look like when it is lit?
The stars cut through the roof and walls glow yellow when the LED is on, picking out the stable scene around them.
How should I clean the lantern?
Dust it gently with a soft dry cloth, keep it away from damp, and take the batteries out before packing it away.