Oliver Five-Piece Nativity Set, 15 cm

This five-piece set depicts the Nativity, the heart of the traditional Nativity scene. At the centre, the Infant Jesus lies in the manger on a bed of white cloths, with his arms raised in a gesture of openness and welcome. To his right, Mary wears a white robe and a blue cloak, with her head covered by a veil. She leans gently towards the Infant in a tender and protective pose. On the opposite side, Saint Joseph stands holding a shepherd’s staff in his left hand. He wears a light-coloured tunic with a brown cloak and has a caring, protective expression, with his arms slightly open. Behind the manger lie the traditional ox and donkey, one brown and the other grey, symbolising the humility of the birthplace and the comforting presence of creation. Rich in detail and spirituality, the harmonious composition conveys the intimacy and wonder of the birth of Jesus.