Olive Wood Palm Tree with Bell Nativity

Size: 6 in X 4½, in X 2¾, in A distinct gift from the Holy Land: Palm Tree Nativity with Bell. This Nativity is hand made in the Holy city of Bethlehem. This Nativity is unique, with a palm tree in the front, the Holy City of Bethlehem in the back, and a bell hanging in the center. Kneeling in front of the trees are Mary, Joseph, and the Magi, All paying homage to Baby Jesus. The carvings are hand made from Olive Wood that is native to the Holy Land. Olive Wood has a rich beautiful natural dark grain that contrasts against the lighter color of the wood. The entire scene is glued together. Each Nativity is unique and distinct. The figures are not molded. The scene is not prefabricated. Every piece is hand crafted and then hand assembled by a Christian Family in the Holy City of Bethlehem. No two Nativities are the same. All the wood used is Olive Wood that is locally grown in orchards between the Holy Cities of Bethlehem and Jerusalem. Olive Trees do not grow from seeds: they are grafted, like vines. Some of Olive trees are hundreds of years old. The families of artisans that have been producing these carvings have been doing so for hundreds of years. Most people cannot travel to the Holy Land. Let us bring the Holy Land to you. Imagine the joy this unique and intricate Nativity, a true piece of the Holy Land, can bring to someone that you care for and love.