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How many pieces should be in a nativity set?
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There is no set number of pieces that a nativity set should have. Some sets feature just three figures representing Mary, Joseph and Jesus in the manger. Others include shepherds, magi, angels and animals like donkeys, sheep, cows and camels. Shop a collection of antique and vintage nativity sets on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Mexican Nativity Set Folk Art Ceramic Christmas Decoration Pottery Sculptures
By Aurelio Martinez Flores
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
Folkloric ceramic nativity set decorated in Tonalá, Jalisco, México. Beautifully hand painted
Category
2010s Mexican Folk Art Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
18th Century French or Italian Santo Nativity Figure
Located in Nantucket, MA
figure stands on a dowel set into platform base, dressed in original fine linen robe. The nativity set is
Category
Antique 18th Century Italian Folk Art Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Linen, Fruitwood
18th Century French or Italian Santo Nativity Figure
Located in Nantucket, MA
figure stands on a dowel set into platform base, dressed in original fine linen robe. The Nativity set is
Category
Antique 18th Century Italian Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Linen, Fruitwood
Lot of Five Sheep Nativity Putz Toy Antique German Erzgebirge Christmas 1880s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
accessories, possibly a toy train and usually a Nativity set at the heart of the display are just a few things
Category
Antique Late 19th Century German Folk Art Toys and Dolls
Materials
Composition
Lot of Three Putz Toy Gnomes Antique German Erzgebirge Christmas 1920s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
various accessories, possibly a toy train and usually a Nativity set at the heart of the display are just
Category
Vintage 1920s German Folk Art Toys and Dolls
Materials
Composition
Lot of Five Deer & Hunter Putz Toy Antique German Erzgebirge Christmas 1880s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
and usually a Nativity set at the heart of the display are just a few things that might spark one’s
Category
Antique Late 19th Century German Folk Art Toys and Dolls
Materials
Composition
