Mid-20th Century Bethlehem Olive Wood Nativity Set, 15 Pieces, Master Carved With Provenance

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This exceptional mid-20th century Bethlehem olive wood Nativity set represents the finest tradition of Holy Land craftsmanship. Hand carved from … Read more This exceptional mid-20th century Bethlehem olive wood Nativity set represents the finest tradition of Holy Land craftsmanship. Hand carved from richly grained olive wood, the 15-piece ensemble is believed to originate from the renowned Nissan Brothers workshop, celebrated for producing some of the most refined Bethlehem carvings of the era. This set comes in the original shipping container with the original shipping label.

Each figure is hand-initialed on the underside, a rare indication that the pieces were personally hand-selected from the workshop’s private back room, rather than standard tourist production. This distinction reflects superior carving quality, careful selection, and intended ownership by serious collectors or clergy.

The figures display beautifully modeled faces, flowing drapery, and a warm, natural patina developed over decades. Adding to its exceptional provenance, the set retains its original shipping box and shipping label, an extraordinarily rare survival that further confirms authenticity and historic integrity.

Both devotional and decorative, this heirloom-quality Nativity set is equally suited for refined Christmas display or inclusion in a serious Holy Land or religious art collection.

The tallest wiseman is 11.5” high 2” wide 1.25” deep while baby Jesus and the bed is 5” long 1.25” wide .5” deep





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