Authentic Wooden Nativity Stable, Hand Carved Olive Wood Indoor Nativity Scene from Bethlehem, 5.3 inch

This is a large hand carved olive wood nativity stable from Bethlehem with walls built from stacked individual olive wood blocks (real brick-wall construction in wood), a pitched plank roof topped with a carved star, a side palm tree carved into the wall, and removable Holy Family figures (Mary, Joseph, baby Jesus in the manger) carved as separate pieces inside. A substantial centerpiece indoor nativity scene. 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 Wooden Nativity Stable This is a large hand carved olive wood nativity stable from Bethlehem with walls built from stacked individual olive wood blocks (real brick-wall construction in wood), a pitched plank roof topped with a carved star, a side palm tree carved into the wall, and removable Holy Family figures (Mary, Joseph, baby Jesus in the manger) carved as separate pieces inside. Walls built from stacked individual olive wood blocks creating a brick-wall texture, pitched plank roof with a carved star at the peak, palm tree carved into the side wall, separate carved holy family figures (mary, joseph, baby jesus in the manger) inside the stable, all sitting on a flat brick-style base. Stacked-block wall assembly (each brick a small olive wood piece individually cut and joined), separate pitched plank roof, separate holy family figurines inside, no oval display base, the brick foundation is the base. The Wood I Trust This is the size and style I'd put on my own mantel. The stacked olive wood blocks that build the walls are individually cut and assembled by hand, so the brick-wall look is real masonry technique applied to wood. The plank roof is sized so the carved star at the peak doesn't get lost. It feels substantial because it is substantial, half a kilo of olive wood. 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 Walls built from stacked individual olive wood blocks creating a brick-wall texture, pitched plank roof with a carved star at the peak, palm tree carved into the side wall, separate carved holy family figures (mary, joseph, baby jesus in the manger) inside the stable, all sitting on a flat brick-style base Construction Stacked-block wall assembly (each brick a small olive wood piece individually cut and joined), separate pitched plank roof, separate holy family figurines inside, no oval display base, the brick foundation is the base 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 Building wall texture from individual stacked blocks rather than carving the look into a single block is the harder construction. Every brick has to fit its neighbors, the carver assembles the whole stable from scratch like a tiny mason. The result is a wall that catches light the way real masonry does, with each block having its own grain and color. Who it's For Centerpiece on a family mantel during Advent and Christmas, parish nativity display that doesn't need to be on the altar, gift for a household that takes their Christmas decorating seriously, an heirloom piece that gets brought out every December and stored carefully the rest of the year, or a substantial wedding gift for a Christian couple starting their own household traditions. 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 Are the wall bricks actually separate pieces, or carved to look that way? Separate pieces. Each small block of olive wood is individually cut and assembled into the wall, just like masonry. That's why the texture and grain varies block to block, no two bricks look identical because they came from different cuts of wood. Are the Holy Family figures removable? Yes, the figures inside the stable are separate carved pieces that sit on the stable floor. They can be lifted out for display variation, careful packing, or to dust the interior. The stable structure itself is one fixed assembly. Is the plank roof glued to the walls? Yes, the roof is permanently joined to the wall structure. It's not designed to lift off, the construction is meant to be one assembled stable, not a model with a removable roof. How heavy is this compared to the smaller nativities? This is about three times the weight of our mid-size nativities (around 512 grams versus around 150 grams), and significantly more substantial in hand. It needs a real shelf or mantel, not a precarious narrow ledge. Is this safe near a wood-burning fireplace? Olive wood is naturally fire resistant compared to softwoods, but no carved wood piece should be in direct heat path or sparks. Mantel placement is fine when the fire is screened. Don't display directly above an open flame source.