{"product_id":"genuine-nativity-stable-hand-carved-olive-wood-tabletop-nativity-from-bethlehem-6-1-inch","title":"Genuine Nativity Stable, Hand Carved Olive Wood Tabletop Nativity from Bethlehem, 6.1 inch","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a hand carved olive wood nativity stable from Bethlehem with a tall 3D palm tree on one side, an arched stable structure in the center holding the Holy Family carved inside, and a layered three-dimensional star at the peak. Kneeling and standing figures on both sides complete the composition. A complete tabletop nativity in one carved piece. Approximate size 15.4 x 11.7 x 6.5 cm (6.1 x 4.6 x 2.6 inches), weight about 156 grams. Made by Christian artisan families in Bethlehem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this Nativity Stable\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a hand carved olive wood nativity stable from Bethlehem with a tall 3D palm tree on one side, an arched stable structure in the center holding the Holy Family carved inside, and a layered three-dimensional star at the peak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTall 3d palm tree on the left, arched stable structure in the center with mary, joseph, and baby jesus carved inside, layered 3d carved star at the peak above the stable, kneeling and standing figures (shepherds and kings) flanking both sides, all mounted on an oval olive wood base. Multi-element 3d carving on a shared base, palm and stable as separate carved verticals, three-dimensional layered star joined at the stable peak, holy family carved as a back relief inside the stable opening, side figures joined to the base in their relative positions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the Bench in Bethlehem\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe layered 3D star on this piece is what makes it for me. Most stars on small nativities are flat relief, this one is built up in layers so it actually casts a small shadow on the stable roof below it. Tiny detail that a customer won't necessarily name but will feel the difference of, the piece looks more dimensional in person than a photo can show.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGenuine Holy Land olive wood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBethlehem, Holy Land\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximate Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.1\" H x 4.6\" W x 2.6\" D (15.4 x 11.7 x 6.5 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximate Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e156 g (5.5 oz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScene\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTall 3d palm tree on the left, arched stable structure in the center with mary, joseph, and baby jesus carved inside, layered 3d carved star at the peak above the stable, kneeling and standing figures (shepherds and kings) flanking both sides, all mounted on an oval olive wood base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMulti-element 3d carving on a shared base, palm and stable as separate carved verticals, three-dimensional layered star joined at the stable peak, holy family carved as a back relief inside the stable opening, side figures joined to the base in their relative positions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHand polished, natural olive wood, no stain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMade By\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChristian artisan families in Bethlehem\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDisplay Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreestanding tabletop, sits flat on the base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePackaging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGift-ready, padded for international shipping\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Story of this Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe layered 3D star is built up from two or three small olive wood pieces stacked and joined to create depth, rather than carved flat. It's the detail the carver is most proud of on this design, the technique came from looking at older Eastern Orthodox icon stars and translating the effect into wood instead of paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho it's For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCatholic family heirloom piece passed down through Advent traditions, parish tabletop display that doesn't compete with the main altar nativity, a complete-on-its-own piece for someone who wants the full nativity story without separate figurines to lose, retirement gift for a long-serving Sunday school teacher, or an upgrade gift for someone who already owns a simpler nativity and is ready for something more dimensional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOlive 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the 3D layered star differ from a flat carved star?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA layered 3D star is built from two or three thin olive wood pieces stacked on top of each other and joined, which gives it visible depth and lets it cast a small shadow on the wood below. A flat carved star is relief only, no shadow effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this a complete set, or do I need to add separate figurines?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComplete. The Holy Family inside the stable plus the side figures (shepherds and kings) are all carved into the piece. You don't add or arrange anything, the scene is fixed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the layered star be straightened if it gets bumped?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe layers are bonded firmly. Under normal display and handling it will not move. If something dislodges it, a small dot of wood glue restores it permanently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is this listed as a tabletop nativity?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause at 6.1 inches tall and 4.6 inches wide it fits comfortably on a side table, console, mantel, or shelf without dominating the space. It's not a large-format centerpiece nativity, it's sized for everyday placement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the stable have a separate roof piece?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The arched roof is carved as part of the stable wall in one continuous piece. There's nothing to assemble or come apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Zuluf","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51509138194601,"sku":"ENAT212","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0794\/0947\/9849\/files\/nativity-stable-bethlehem-enat212.png?v=1793917320","url":"https:\/\/maxoutlet.shop\/products\/genuine-nativity-stable-hand-carved-olive-wood-tabletop-nativity-from-bethlehem-6-1-inch","provider":"Sterling Grove","version":"1.0","type":"link"}