Willow Tree Nativity Set, Sculpted Hand-painted Nativity Figures, Nativity Scene For Sale

Product descriptionAs enduring as the story it portrays, the Willow Tree Nativity collection is as loved today as when it was originally introduced in 2000. Its simplicity and form has made it a timeless classic. As a Christmas gift, wedding gift or self-purchase, the Willow Tree Nativity continues on as a family tradition. Willow Tree hand-carved figures reveal their expression through body gestures only... a tilt of the head, placement of the hands, a turn of the body. Since 1999, American artist Susan Lordi has worked in partnership with DEMDACO to produce, market and distribute Willow Tree , her line of carved figurative sculpture. From her studio in Kansas City, Lordi hand carves the original of each figure. This piece is cast from Lordi\'s original and painted by hand. Enclosed inside each fitted packaging box is a gift-giving card with piece title and sentiment on it. Each piece is intended to be open to interpretation from the viewer. \"Willow Tree isn\'t so much about the tangible piece. It represents an emotion or it marks a memory.\" -Susan Lordi Ready to display on a shelf, table or mantel. To clean, dust with soft brush or cloth. Avoid water or cleaning solvents.Each of the four Willow Tree Nativity Sets has a distinct heirloom quality of great value, creating family holiday traditions and gracing homes for many seasons to come. The classic Nativity Set provides the basis for a continuing tradition… start with the six-piece Nativity Figurines and Crèche, and continue to build with The Three Wisemen, Shepherd and Stable Animals, Little Shepherdess, the Zampognaro and many more pieces... it\'s a gift-giving opportunity for many years to come. Starry Night Nativity is the entire narrative told within an 8\" box, with two hinged doors revealing the Holy Family, wisemen and shepherds carved in bas relief in deep blue ombre and gold leaf. A masterful, yet intimate portrayal in a small space. The Holy Family is a nativity for small spaces, with figural pieces as well as a set of animals and a pierced metal backdrop. The Christmas Story is a large nativity with a majestic presence for larger homes or churches. All reveal the humanity of the Holy Family through their expression and gestures.