Nativity scene (89) - Plastic
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89-piece vintage mixed nativity figurines lot in plastic, handmade Italian craft production, dating to the 1960s–1970s and the second half of the 20th century, each figure about 12 cm high with 3 cm width and 3 cm depth.
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Great Vintage Lot of 89 Mixed Nativity Figures - Italian Handmade Production - 1960s/1970s/1980s
Splendid and rich vintage lot consisting of 89 pieces in total for the nativity scene, dating roughly from the period between the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s. The figurines are made of plastic/PVC and some are entirely hand-painted.
The lot presents itself as a wide mixed collection, assembled over time by uniting figurines from various historic Italian productions of the era. Some characters have under the green base the stamped brand "Italy" with the corresponding serial numeric codes (including series 332/150), while other elements and animals complete the set with different styles, all perfectly coherent for the period, patina and sizes.
The standing main characters are between 8 cm and 10 cm tall (standard scale of 9.5-10 cm), the most classic and sought-after measure for arranging traditional Christmas dioramas.
The peculiarity of this lot lies in the large number of main sacred figures and shepherds accumulated over the years, an ideal availability for collectors seeking spare pieces or who want to set up multiple scenes simultaneously.
Detailed inventory of the lot (89 total pieces):
• 31 Sheep and lambs in various poses
• 11 Baby Jesus in the manger
• 10 Madonnas (Mary)
• 10 Shepherds and shepherdesses (male and female figures in various poses)
• 8 Oxen (7 intact + 1 with defect, see conditions section)
• 7 Saint Joseph
• 7 Magi
• 5 Little donkeys
• 4 Farmyard animals (ducks and chickens, etc)
• 1 Scenic palm tree on a base
Conditions of the item:
All pieces are original to the era and are in good vintage condition, with the normal and characteristic signs of time due to age and small patinas or colour losses that attest to their authenticity and use over the years.
Transparency note: It should be noted that among the 8 oxen present, one shows a small defect/wear mark, highlighted in the attached detailed photos. All other 88 pieces are structurally intact.
Seller's Story
For over 20 years, I have dedicated myself passionately to the search for and trading of special, rare, curious objects from any era.
Every piece I select has something that catches my attention: it can be the shape, the story, the unusual aspect, or simply that detail that makes it unique.
I am always searching for objects that speak, that tell something to those who know how to listen.
I choose them carefully, photograph them honestly, and describe them as accurately as possible.
Selling on this Catawiki to share this passion with those who, like me, love to surround themselves with things with a soul.
Translated by Google TranslateGreat Vintage Lot of 89 Mixed Nativity Figures - Italian Handmade Production - 1960s/1970s/1980s
Splendid and rich vintage lot consisting of 89 pieces in total for the nativity scene, dating roughly from the period between the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s. The figurines are made of plastic/PVC and some are entirely hand-painted.
The lot presents itself as a wide mixed collection, assembled over time by uniting figurines from various historic Italian productions of the era. Some characters have under the green base the stamped brand "Italy" with the corresponding serial numeric codes (including series 332/150), while other elements and animals complete the set with different styles, all perfectly coherent for the period, patina and sizes.
The standing main characters are between 8 cm and 10 cm tall (standard scale of 9.5-10 cm), the most classic and sought-after measure for arranging traditional Christmas dioramas.
The peculiarity of this lot lies in the large number of main sacred figures and shepherds accumulated over the years, an ideal availability for collectors seeking spare pieces or who want to set up multiple scenes simultaneously.
Detailed inventory of the lot (89 total pieces):
• 31 Sheep and lambs in various poses
• 11 Baby Jesus in the manger
• 10 Madonnas (Mary)
• 10 Shepherds and shepherdesses (male and female figures in various poses)
• 8 Oxen (7 intact + 1 with defect, see conditions section)
• 7 Saint Joseph
• 7 Magi
• 5 Little donkeys
• 4 Farmyard animals (ducks and chickens, etc)
• 1 Scenic palm tree on a base
Conditions of the item:
All pieces are original to the era and are in good vintage condition, with the normal and characteristic signs of time due to age and small patinas or colour losses that attest to their authenticity and use over the years.
Transparency note: It should be noted that among the 8 oxen present, one shows a small defect/wear mark, highlighted in the attached detailed photos. All other 88 pieces are structurally intact.
Seller's Story
For over 20 years, I have dedicated myself passionately to the search for and trading of special, rare, curious objects from any era.
Every piece I select has something that catches my attention: it can be the shape, the story, the unusual aspect, or simply that detail that makes it unique.
I am always searching for objects that speak, that tell something to those who know how to listen.
I choose them carefully, photograph them honestly, and describe them as accurately as possible.
Selling on this Catawiki to share this passion with those who, like me, love to surround themselves with things with a soul.
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Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
89
Country of origin
Italy
Material
Plastic
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
12 cm
Width
3 cm
Depth
3 cm
Estimated period
the second half of the 20th century, 1960-1970
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