Nativity scene - Shell - Italian craftsmanship

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This handcrafted Italian nativity scene, made in 2020 or later, is arranged inside a natural Murex ramosus shell with silver-plated figures.

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Handmade Shell Nativity in Large Natural Murex Ramosus Shell – Silver Plated Holy Family with Silver Glitter – Made in Italy

Refined and exclusive handcrafted nativity scene created inside a splendid large natural Murex Ramosus shell, enhanced by a delicately depicted Holy Nativity with figures plated in silver.

An original creation that blends the charm of the sea with the Italian presepe tradition, transforming an authentic shell into a captivating decorative piece rich in elegance and spirituality.

**THE ARTISANAL COMPOSITION**

The centerpiece of this creation is a magnificent natural **Murex Ramosus shell**, highly valued for its sculptural structure, distinctive spines and fascinating irregular shapes.

The shell is carefully worked and hand-decorated, highlighting its unique natural geometries.

Inside sits a refined **Nativity scene**, composed of small figures depicting Mary, Joseph and Baby Jesus, adorned with a luminous silver-plated finish.

The composition is enhanced by **silver glitter**, applied to create delicate shimmering reflections that accentuate the shell’s forms and give the whole piece an elegant and evocative Christmas atmosphere.

The contrast between the shell’s natural beauty, the brightness of the silver miniatures and the sparkling details makes every piece unique.

An authentic handmade decorative object, ideal for those who love original creations and the Italian nativity tradition.

**FEATURES**

• Type: artistic handmade nativity in natural shell
• Shell: authentic Murex Ramosus
• Size: large
• Theme: Holy Nativity with Mary, Joseph and Baby Jesus
• Figures: miniatures with silver-plated finish
• Decorations: silver glitter
• Craftsmanship: handmade composition and finishing
• Overall dimensions: approximately 10 × 13 × 8 cm
• Total weight: approximately 200 g
• Style: Christmas, marine and traditional
• Condition: new
• Made in Italy

**THE CHARM OF THE MUREX RAMOSUS SHELL**

The Murex Ramosus is a particularly captivating shell, known for its substantial size and the characteristic textured structure, spines and branched shapes.

Its natural beauty makes it a striking decorative element, especially loved by shell and marine-item enthusiasts.

Through artisanal craftsmanship, this extraordinary gift of nature is transformed into an original Christmas nativity, preserving the peculiarities that make each shell unique.

**A SYMBOL OF CHRISTMAS, PEACE AND TRADITION**

The Holy Nativity represents one of the deepest symbols of Christmas, evoking values of love, family, hope and serenity.

Kept inside a natural shell, the scene gains a special charm, creating a magical encounter between the spirituality of Christian tradition and the beauty of the marine world.

The silver decorations add luminosity and refinement, making the nativity perfect for adorning shelves, tables, furniture, display cases or private collections.

An original creation, also ideal as an exclusive Christmas gift or as a distinctive collectible item.

**PACKAGING AND SHIPPING**

The nativity will be carefully packed with protective materials to preserve the shell, its delicate ends and the miniatures during transport.

Fast, tracked, and insured shipping via professional courier SDA or UPS.

Please monitor the shipment tracking. If the recipient is absent, the package may be left at a pickup point.

If bidding on multiple lots, please choose combined shipping before payment, when compatible with object safety. Lots paid separately may be shipped individually, with no refund of related shipping costs.

**IMPORTANT NOTE**

In some countries, importing items made with certain natural shell species may be subject to customs restrictions.

Buyers are advised to check applicable regulations in their country before bidding.

An exclusive artisanal creation where the extraordinary beauty of the Murex Ramosus shell meets the magic of the Holy Nativity and the brightness of silver decorations. A small masterpiece of Italian craftsmanship, rich in charm, tradition and meaning.

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Seller's Story

My creations are born at the heart of Italy’s artisanal tradition in Torre del Greco, a world-renowned symbol for coral processing and cameo carving. Each piece of jewelry is the result of knowledge handed down through generations: the coral is carefully selected, the cameo hand-carved by master artisans, every detail refined according to techniques that belong to the history of Mediterranean jewelry art. I believe in authenticity, in natural materials and in the value of manual work. For this reason I offer only pieces that embody identity, culture and passion, pure expressions of Italian excellence. Each object is not just a piece of jewelry, but a fragment of tradition that continues to live on through time.
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Handmade Shell Nativity in Large Natural Murex Ramosus Shell – Silver Plated Holy Family with Silver Glitter – Made in Italy

Refined and exclusive handcrafted nativity scene created inside a splendid large natural Murex Ramosus shell, enhanced by a delicately depicted Holy Nativity with figures plated in silver.

An original creation that blends the charm of the sea with the Italian presepe tradition, transforming an authentic shell into a captivating decorative piece rich in elegance and spirituality.

**THE ARTISANAL COMPOSITION**

The centerpiece of this creation is a magnificent natural **Murex Ramosus shell**, highly valued for its sculptural structure, distinctive spines and fascinating irregular shapes.

The shell is carefully worked and hand-decorated, highlighting its unique natural geometries.

Inside sits a refined **Nativity scene**, composed of small figures depicting Mary, Joseph and Baby Jesus, adorned with a luminous silver-plated finish.

The composition is enhanced by **silver glitter**, applied to create delicate shimmering reflections that accentuate the shell’s forms and give the whole piece an elegant and evocative Christmas atmosphere.

The contrast between the shell’s natural beauty, the brightness of the silver miniatures and the sparkling details makes every piece unique.

An authentic handmade decorative object, ideal for those who love original creations and the Italian nativity tradition.

**FEATURES**

• Type: artistic handmade nativity in natural shell
• Shell: authentic Murex Ramosus
• Size: large
• Theme: Holy Nativity with Mary, Joseph and Baby Jesus
• Figures: miniatures with silver-plated finish
• Decorations: silver glitter
• Craftsmanship: handmade composition and finishing
• Overall dimensions: approximately 10 × 13 × 8 cm
• Total weight: approximately 200 g
• Style: Christmas, marine and traditional
• Condition: new
• Made in Italy

**THE CHARM OF THE MUREX RAMOSUS SHELL**

The Murex Ramosus is a particularly captivating shell, known for its substantial size and the characteristic textured structure, spines and branched shapes.

Its natural beauty makes it a striking decorative element, especially loved by shell and marine-item enthusiasts.

Through artisanal craftsmanship, this extraordinary gift of nature is transformed into an original Christmas nativity, preserving the peculiarities that make each shell unique.

**A SYMBOL OF CHRISTMAS, PEACE AND TRADITION**

The Holy Nativity represents one of the deepest symbols of Christmas, evoking values of love, family, hope and serenity.

Kept inside a natural shell, the scene gains a special charm, creating a magical encounter between the spirituality of Christian tradition and the beauty of the marine world.

The silver decorations add luminosity and refinement, making the nativity perfect for adorning shelves, tables, furniture, display cases or private collections.

An original creation, also ideal as an exclusive Christmas gift or as a distinctive collectible item.

**PACKAGING AND SHIPPING**

The nativity will be carefully packed with protective materials to preserve the shell, its delicate ends and the miniatures during transport.

Fast, tracked, and insured shipping via professional courier SDA or UPS.

Please monitor the shipment tracking. If the recipient is absent, the package may be left at a pickup point.

If bidding on multiple lots, please choose combined shipping before payment, when compatible with object safety. Lots paid separately may be shipped individually, with no refund of related shipping costs.

**IMPORTANT NOTE**

In some countries, importing items made with certain natural shell species may be subject to customs restrictions.

Buyers are advised to check applicable regulations in their country before bidding.

An exclusive artisanal creation where the extraordinary beauty of the Murex Ramosus shell meets the magic of the Holy Nativity and the brightness of silver decorations. A small masterpiece of Italian craftsmanship, rich in charm, tradition and meaning.

Make the description more compact
Reduce repetitions about the shell.

Seller's Story

My creations are born at the heart of Italy’s artisanal tradition in Torre del Greco, a world-renowned symbol for coral processing and cameo carving. Each piece of jewelry is the result of knowledge handed down through generations: the coral is carefully selected, the cameo hand-carved by master artisans, every detail refined according to techniques that belong to the history of Mediterranean jewelry art. I believe in authenticity, in natural materials and in the value of manual work. For this reason I offer only pieces that embody identity, culture and passion, pure expressions of Italian excellence. Each object is not just a piece of jewelry, but a fragment of tradition that continues to live on through time.
Translated by Google Translate

Details

Era
After 2000
Weight
200 g
Specific region of origin
Campania
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Italy
Material
Shell
Colour
Brown, Silver, White
Condition
As new - unused
Height
10 cm
Width
13 cm
Depth
8 cm
Title additional information
Italian craftsmanship
Estimated period
2020+
ItalyVerified
4437
Objects sold
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