Handcrafted Christmas Mantel Decor, Rustic Olive Wood Nativity Stable with Bark Roof from Bethlehem, 5.3 inch

This is a large hand carved olive wood Christmas mantel decor and rustic nativity stable from Bethlehem with walls built from stacked olive wood blocks and a pitched roof made from natural bark-edge olive wood planks. The bark exterior is preserved (no two roofs are alike). Side palm tree carved into the wall, carved star at the roof peak, and removable carved Holy Family figures inside. A substantial centerpiece with primitive natural character. Approximate size 13.4 x 18 x 10.6 cm (5.3 x 7.1 x 4.2 inches), weight about 512 grams (1.13 lb). Made by Christian artisan families in Bethlehem. About this Christmas Mantel Decor This is a large hand carved olive wood Christmas mantel decor and rustic nativity stable from Bethlehem with walls built from stacked olive wood blocks and a pitched roof made from natural bark-edge olive wood planks. Brick-wall stable construction with stacked olive wood blocks, pitched roof made from natural bark-edge olive wood planks (rough texture on the outside), carved star at the roof peak, palm tree carved into the side wall, separate carved holy family figures inside, sitting on a flat brick-style base. Same stacked-block wall as the plank-roof version, but the roof is built from olive wood planks that have the natural bark left on the outer surface, each roof is unique because no two bark planks match, holy family figures inside are separate carved pieces. What I Tell People About This The bark roof is the differentiator on this version. Same brick-wall stable construction as our standard, but instead of a smooth plank roof we use natural bark-edge olive wood planks. The bark stays exactly as it came off the tree, no two roofs look alike. Customers who want the rustic centerpiece pick this one over the plank-roof version about three to one. Product Specifications Material Genuine Holy Land olive wood Origin Bethlehem, Holy Land Approximate Size 5.3" H x 7.1" W x 4.2" D (13.4 x 18 x 10.6 cm) Approximate Weight 512 g (18.1 oz / 1.13 lb) Scene Brick-wall stable construction with stacked olive wood blocks, pitched roof made from natural bark-edge olive wood planks (rough texture on the outside), carved star at the roof peak, palm tree carved into the side wall, separate carved holy family figures inside, sitting on a flat brick-style base Construction Same stacked-block wall as the plank-roof version, but the roof is built from olive wood planks that have the natural bark left on the outer surface, each roof is unique because no two bark planks match, holy family figures inside are separate carved pieces Finish Hand polished, natural olive wood, no stain Made By Christian artisan families in Bethlehem Display Style Freestanding tabletop, sits flat on the base Packaging Gift-ready, padded for international shipping The Story of this Piece Bark-edge roof planks are harder to source and harder to fit, the bark has to be brushed and the underlying wood squared without losing the natural outer texture. The carver matches a left and a right plank from the same tree section so the roof reads as one continuous bark face rather than two mismatched panels. Who it's For Mantel centerpiece for a household that does rustic or farmhouse Christmas decor (the bark roof reads as rustic rather than polished), parish nativity in a country church, gift for someone who already owns a standard polished olive wood nativity and is ready for one with more visible natural character, or a substantial Christmas keepsake to alternate yearly with a smoother nativity. Care Instructions Olive wood needs almost no maintenance. If it looks dry after years of indoor display, rub a single drop of food grade olive oil into the surface with a soft cloth. Don't soak it, don't put it in a dishwasher, don't display it outdoors in direct rain. Indoor humidity changes are normal and fine. Frequently Asked Questions How is this different from the plank-roof version? Same wall and figure construction. The only difference is the roof, this one uses natural bark-edge olive wood planks for a rougher rustic look, the plank-roof version uses smooth squared planks. Same dimensions, same price, same internal scene, different roof texture. Will my bark roof look exactly like the photo? No. Bark is naturally variable, so the exact texture, color, and pattern on your roof will be different from the photo, sometimes noticeably. The roof shape and construction are the same, the bark surface is unique per piece. Will the bark fall off over time? The bark on properly aged olive wood is firmly attached. Loose flakes are brushed off before shipping. With normal indoor display the roof bark stays intact for decades. We've sold this design for years and bark loss is rare. Can I store this in a humid garage during the off-season? No. Olive wood handles indoor humidity fine, but garage storage exposes it to bigger temperature swings and possible moisture, which can crack both the wall blocks and the bark roof. Store it indoors with the rest of your nativity collection, ideally in its original padded packaging. Is this suitable for a Christian rustic farmhouse aesthetic? Yes, that's the visual it leans into. The bark roof, the stacked-block walls, the natural untreated finish all read as primitive farmhouse rather than polished traditional. Pairs well with linen, burlap, dried evergreen, and natural stone Christmas decor.