Woman with Goose under Arm – Oliver, 8 cm

Woman with Goose under Arm – Oliver, 8 cm. This Nativity figure depicts a farm woman carrying a goose, a character that enriches the Nativity scene with a sense of rural, everyday life, symbolizing simplicity and the industrious spirit of the countryside. The woman stands upright with a calm, modest demeanor. She wears a light blue dress with a white apron that also wraps over her shoulders, suggesting both protection and daily work. Her head is covered with a blue veil, reflecting traditional village attire and feminine modesty. Tucked under her left arm she holds a white goose, either a humble gift to be brought to the Nativity or a farm animal representing her labor and contribution to the community. This figure conveys a message of offering and participation, reminding us that even the simplest people, through the fruits of their work, take part in celebrating the birth of Jesus.