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Hand Carved Small Nativity Scene, Olive Wood Nativity Set with Stable from Bethlehem, 5.4 inch

Hand Carved Small Nativity Scene, Olive Wood Nativity Set with Stable from Bethlehem, 5.4 inch

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This is a small olive wood nativity scene from Bethlehem with a tall 3D palm tree on the left, a house-shaped stable frame in the center holding the Holy Family carved inside, and a decorative shooting-star arch crowning the top. A kneeling figure sits at the front and a standing figure on the right. A complete nativity set with stable on one base. Approximate size 13.7 x 11.6 x 6.8 cm (5.4 x 4.6 x 2.7 inches), weight about 160 grams. Made by Christian artisan families in Bethlehem.

About this Small Nativity Scene

This is a small olive wood nativity scene from Bethlehem with a tall 3D palm tree on the left, a house-shaped stable frame in the center holding the Holy Family carved inside, and a decorative shooting-star arch crowning the top.

Tall 3d palm tree on the left, house-shaped carved stable in the center with mary, joseph, and baby jesus inside, decorative shooting-star arch above the stable, kneeling figure at the front-left, standing figure (shepherd or king) on the right, all mounted on an oval olive wood base. Layered 3d carving on a shared base, palm and stable-house as separate carved verticals, shooting-star arch joined above the stable, holy family carved as a relief inside the stable opening, small standing and kneeling figures as separate joined pieces on the base.

The Carving Story

Most small nativities pick one architectural element, a palm, an arch, or a stable. This piece combines all three on a single base because the carver wanted to test whether he could fit the full scene without it looking cluttered. He pulled it off, the shooting star arch ties the whole composition together visually.

Product Specifications

Material Genuine Holy Land olive wood
Origin Bethlehem, Holy Land
Approximate Size 5.4" H x 4.6" W x 2.7" D (13.7 x 11.6 x 6.8 cm)
Approximate Weight 160 g (5.6 oz)
Scene Tall 3d palm tree on the left, house-shaped carved stable in the center with mary, joseph, and baby jesus inside, decorative shooting-star arch above the stable, kneeling figure at the front-left, standing figure (shepherd or king) on the right, all mounted on an oval olive wood base
Construction Layered 3d carving on a shared base, palm and stable-house as separate carved verticals, shooting-star arch joined above the stable, holy family carved as a relief inside the stable opening, small standing and kneeling figures as separate joined pieces on the base
Finish Hand polished, natural olive wood, no stain
Made By Christian artisan families in Bethlehem
Display Style Freestanding tabletop, sits flat on the base
Packaging Gift-ready, padded for international shipping

The Story of this Piece

Combining a stable structure with a separate decorative arch above it is technically harder than carving either one alone. The arch has to span the stable without touching the roof line, and the proportions have to feel balanced from any viewing angle. The carver iterates on the scale ratio between the two elements over several pieces before locking in this design.

Who it's For

Family with small children who want a touchable nativity that won't break easily, parish religious-education classroom display, a smaller piece for a small space where a full-scale stable nativity won't fit, gift for a young Christian couple's first Christmas in a new apartment, or a confirmation gift that won't outgrow the recipient as they age.

Care Instructions

Olive 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the stable structure load bearing for additional figurines?

No, the stable is sized to the carved-in Holy Family. There's no shelf or floor inside meant to hold separate figures. The whole scene is integrated into the carving.

How thick is the shooting star arch above the stable?

The arch is approximately 6 to 8 mm thick at its narrowest. It's structural enough to handle normal display and gentle handling, but should not be picked up by the arch alone.

Can the kneeling and standing side figures be removed?

No, they are joined to the base in their designed positions. The whole piece is one assembled unit.

Why does this nativity have so many elements compared to others?

It's a complete nativity set with stable in a small footprint. Customers wanting one piece that includes everything (palm, stable, Holy Family, shepherd, kneeling figure, decorative arch) get the full visual story without buying multiple separate pieces.

Does the stable open at the back, or is it closed?

The stable is open at the front to show the Holy Family inside. The back is carved as a solid wall, which protects the figures from rear-light glare on a shelf and gives a clean look from behind.

✓ Authentic olive wood craftsmanship from Bethlehem, handmade by Elias Zuluf's workshop — supplying Christian gifts, crosses, and sacred carvings worldwide since 2007.
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