Kneeling Farmer with Sack – Oliver, 8 cm

Kneeling Farmer with Sack – Oliver, 8 cm. This Nativity figure depicts a kneeling farmer, a simple yet essential character of the traditional Nativity scene, celebrating daily labor and a close bond with the land. The figure is shown on one knee, holding a full sack—likely containing flour, grain, or other agricultural produce. He wears a reddish-brown tunic over a white shirt, secured at the waist with a dark belt, along with gray trousers and sturdy work boots. A straw hat rests on his head, typical rural attire used to shield from the sun during long days in the fields. His expression is calm and open, and the gesture of his free hand suggests welcome or offering, reflecting a spirit of generosity and sharing. Within the Nativity scene, this figure adds realism and a sense of honest work, symbolizing the quiet toil of rural life and the heartfelt offering of the earth’s fruits to Baby Jesus.