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VTG 15pc Palestinian YWCA Refugee Camp Nativity Set Jericho Jordan Wooden Camels.
Up for sale is a rare, complete vintage 10-piece Nativity and cultural folk art set handmade by women artisans at the World Y.W.C.A. Centre in the Aqabat Jaber Refugee Camp near Jericho, Jordan (dating circa mid-20th century).
This beautifully preserved mid-century set includes:
- The Holy Family (Mary, Joseph, Baby Jesus in manger)
- Three Wise Men / Kings
- Shepherds with clothing details and staff
- One wrapped-thread donkey with its original rare cloth YWCA Aqabat Jaber label intact
- Three hand-carved wooden camels with riders featuring traditional embroidered garments
- One small sheep/lamb plus one being held.
Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Figures are clean, garments are structurally sound, and wood bases/stamps are intact. Please see photos for exact condition details. This is an incredible find for collectors of vintage nativity scenes, historical textiles, or Middle Eastern cultural heritage artifacts.
