Christmas decoration - Stone - African nativity scene

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Description from the seller

Twelve-piece Christmas nativity set from Africa.
Kenya around 1980-1990

We hope to celebrate the Christmas season again this year. Bring this stunning Christmas centerpiece into your home now.

A hand-carved nativity set made of soapstone, traditionally crafted by artisans from the Kisii region in Kenya.

Features of the set
Material: Each figurine is made from natural soapstone (also called Kisii stone), a soft stone that is mined and worked by hand. The natural color varies from cream and pink to gold and gray within a single piece.

Contents: The set consists of Mary, Joseph, the baby Jesus in the manger, the three wise men, two shepherds with sheep, a donkey and an ox.
The Christmas angel compliments the set.
The pieces measure up to 7.5 cm.

Finishing: The figures are sanded in multiple stages and waxed, which gives them a silky-smooth finish.

In good condition with minimal signs of use.
The sheep has a repair to the ear.

Photos are part of the description.
These are made under artificial lighting; the color may vary.

The group is well packed and sent by registered mail.

Jiljes, where quality and service come first.

Twelve-piece Christmas nativity set from Africa.
Kenya around 1980-1990

We hope to celebrate the Christmas season again this year. Bring this stunning Christmas centerpiece into your home now.

A hand-carved nativity set made of soapstone, traditionally crafted by artisans from the Kisii region in Kenya.

Features of the set
Material: Each figurine is made from natural soapstone (also called Kisii stone), a soft stone that is mined and worked by hand. The natural color varies from cream and pink to gold and gray within a single piece.

Contents: The set consists of Mary, Joseph, the baby Jesus in the manger, the three wise men, two shepherds with sheep, a donkey and an ox.
The Christmas angel compliments the set.
The pieces measure up to 7.5 cm.

Finishing: The figures are sanded in multiple stages and waxed, which gives them a silky-smooth finish.

In good condition with minimal signs of use.
The sheep has a repair to the ear.

Photos are part of the description.
These are made under artificial lighting; the color may vary.

The group is well packed and sent by registered mail.

Jiljes, where quality and service come first.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Specific region of origin
Kisii
Country of Origin
Kenya
Material
Stone
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
7.5 cm
Width
1.5 cm
Depth
1.5 cm
Title additional information
African nativity scene
Estimated Period
1980-1990
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1219
Objects sold
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