{"product_id":"christmas-keepsake-olive-wood-three-kings-nativity-bethlehem-israel-souvenir","title":"Authentic Christmas Keepsake, Olive Wood Three Kings Nativity from Bethlehem, Israel Souvenir 5.7 inch","description":"\u003c!-- TL;DR \/ AIO citation block --\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"seo-intro\" style=\"font-size:16px;line-height:1.6;color:#5a4a3a;background:#faf6f1;padding:18px 22px;border-radius:6px;margin-bottom:24px\"\u003eThis is a hand carved olive wood three kings nativity from Bethlehem with a tall 3D palm tree on the left, a decorative crown-shaped arch on the right, and the Three Wise Men carved in procession approaching the manger. A meaningful Christmas keepsake and authentic Israel souvenir from the Holy Land. Approximate size 14.5 x 11.5 x 7 cm (5.7 x 4.5 x 2.8 inches), weight about 168 grams. Sits freestanding on an oval olive wood base. Made by Christian artisan families in Bethlehem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Christmas Keepsake\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a hand carved olive wood three kings nativity from Bethlehem with a tall 3D palm tree on the left, a decorative crown-shaped arch on the right, and the Three Wise Men carved in procession approaching the manger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTall 3d carved palm tree on the left, decorative crown-shaped arch on the right, the three wise men carved in standing procession approaching the manger, all mounted on an oval olive wood base. Multi-piece 3d carving on a shared oval base, palm tree and crown arch joined to the base as separate vertical elements, three kings carved as standing figures positioned in approach, full sculptural depth not relief.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#faf6f1;border-left:4px solid #c8a96e;padding:18px 20px;margin:24px 0;border-radius:0 8px 8px 0\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 6px 0;font-weight:600;color:#5a4a3a\"\u003eHow This Came to Be\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;color:#6b5d4f;font-size:15px;line-height:1.55\"\u003eThe crown arch was the carver's solution to a problem I gave him, I wanted a nativity that focused on the Three Wise Men's arrival, not just the manger scene. He carved the kings approaching in procession on one side of the base, with a stylized crown shape arching over the whole composition. The crown reads as both their gift and the kingship of Christ at once.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:10px 0\"\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#faf6f1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border:1px solid #e8e0d5;font-weight:600;width:35%;color:#5a4a3a\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border:1px solid #e8e0d5\"\u003eGenuine Holy Land olive wood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border:1px solid #e8e0d5;font-weight:600;color:#5a4a3a\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border:1px solid #e8e0d5\"\u003eBethlehem, Holy Land\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#faf6f1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border:1px solid #e8e0d5;font-weight:600;color:#5a4a3a\"\u003eApproximate Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border:1px solid #e8e0d5\"\u003e5.7\" H x 4.5\" W x 2.8\" D (14.5 x 11.5 x 7 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border:1px solid #e8e0d5;font-weight:600;color:#5a4a3a\"\u003eApproximate Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border:1px solid #e8e0d5\"\u003e168 g (5.9 oz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#faf6f1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border:1px solid #e8e0d5;font-weight:600;color:#5a4a3a\"\u003eScene\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border:1px solid #e8e0d5\"\u003eTall 3d carved palm tree on the left, decorative crown-shaped arch on the right, the three wise men carved in standing procession approaching the manger, all mounted on an oval olive wood base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border:1px solid #e8e0d5;font-weight:600;color:#5a4a3a\"\u003eConstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border:1px solid #e8e0d5\"\u003eMulti-piece 3d carving on a shared oval base, palm tree and crown arch joined to the base as separate vertical elements, three kings carved as standing figures positioned in approach, full sculptural depth not relief\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#faf6f1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border:1px solid #e8e0d5;font-weight:600;color:#5a4a3a\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border:1px solid #e8e0d5\"\u003eHand polished, natural olive wood, no stain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border:1px solid #e8e0d5;font-weight:600;color:#5a4a3a\"\u003eMade By\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border:1px solid #e8e0d5\"\u003eChristian artisan families in Bethlehem\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#faf6f1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border:1px solid #e8e0d5;font-weight:600;color:#5a4a3a\"\u003eDisplay Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border:1px solid #e8e0d5\"\u003eFreestanding tabletop, sits flat on the base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border:1px solid #e8e0d5;font-weight:600;color:#5a4a3a\"\u003ePackaging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border:1px solid #e8e0d5\"\u003eGift-ready, padded for international shipping\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Story of this Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree Kings nativities are particularly popular for Epiphany (January 6) and in cultures where Three Kings Day is a bigger celebration than Christmas Eve itself. This design works equally well as a year-round Bethlehem keepsake, not just a seasonal piece, which is why we list it as a Christmas keepsake rather than only a Christmas decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho it's For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReturning pilgrim's gift to family, Epiphany \/ Three Kings Day gift in Latin American and southern European households, christening gift with the three kings symbolism (royal welcome of the new child), a meaningful retirement gift for a clergy member, or a Holy Land souvenir to take home from Israel that doesn't look like the usual airport-shop products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOlive wood needs almost no maintenance. If it looks dry after years of indoor display, rub a single drop of food grade olive oil into the surface with a soft cloth. Don't soak it, don't put it in a dishwasher, don't display it outdoors in direct rain. Indoor humidity changes are normal and fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- PRODUCT-FAQ-START --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-faq\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\" style=\"margin:14px 0;padding:14px 18px;background:#faf6f1;border-radius:6px\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\" style=\"margin:0 0 8px 0;color:#5a4a3a;font-size:16px\"\u003eWhy is this called a Christmas Keepsake rather than a nativity set?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp itemprop=\"text\" style=\"margin:0;color:#6b5d4f\"\u003eBecause it's designed and built as a lasting piece, not seasonal decor. Olive wood pieces from Bethlehem are commonly handed down across generations, the keepsake framing reflects that intended use, year-round display, not box-and-store-in-the-attic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\" style=\"margin:14px 0;padding:14px 18px;background:#faf6f1;border-radius:6px\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\" style=\"margin:0 0 8px 0;color:#5a4a3a;font-size:16px\"\u003eHow many kings figures are there?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp itemprop=\"text\" style=\"margin:0;color:#6b5d4f\"\u003eThree carved standing figures representing the three wise men, in a procession approaching the manger position. They are integrated into the base, not separate movable pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\" style=\"margin:14px 0;padding:14px 18px;background:#faf6f1;border-radius:6px\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\" style=\"margin:0 0 8px 0;color:#5a4a3a;font-size:16px\"\u003eIs the crown arch removable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp itemprop=\"text\" style=\"margin:0;color:#6b5d4f\"\u003eNo, it is structurally joined to the base. The whole piece is one assembled unit, not designed to be disassembled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\" style=\"margin:14px 0;padding:14px 18px;background:#faf6f1;border-radius:6px\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\" style=\"margin:0 0 8px 0;color:#5a4a3a;font-size:16px\"\u003eCan this work as both a Christmas piece and a year-round display?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp itemprop=\"text\" style=\"margin:0;color:#6b5d4f\"\u003eYes, that's how most customers use it. The Three Kings imagery is religious rather than seasonal Christmas decor (no Santa, no reindeer, no tree), so it sits comfortably in a home prayer corner or library year round.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\" style=\"margin:14px 0;padding:14px 18px;background:#faf6f1;border-radius:6px\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\" style=\"margin:0 0 8px 0;color:#5a4a3a;font-size:16px\"\u003eWhy is it labeled an Israel souvenir if it's from Bethlehem?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp itemprop=\"text\" style=\"margin:0;color:#6b5d4f\"\u003eBethlehem is in the West Bank, located in the Holy Land. \"Israel souvenir\" reflects the geographic region most international customers know by name. The wood and the carving are entirely from Bethlehem by Palestinian Christian artisans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- PRODUCT-FAQ-END --\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"Product\",\"name\":\"Authentic Christmas Keepsake, Olive Wood Three Kings Nativity from Bethlehem\",\"image\":[\"https:\/\/zuluf.com\/products\/christmas-keepsake-olive-wood-three-kings-nativity-bethlehem-israel-souvenir\"],\"description\":\"Hand carved olive wood three kings nativity with palm tree and crown arch. Christmas keepsake from Bethlehem, Israel souvenir. 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