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German Nativity

German copperplate engraving of the nativity, 1600's
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Copperplate engraving of the nativity printed on hand laid paper. The piece has an incredible level
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Antique 17th Century German Prints

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Paper

Lot of Five Sheep Nativity Putz Toy Antique German Erzgebirge Christmas 1880s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Antique German set of five Putz stick-legged sheep. All of them are genuine antique German
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Antique Late 19th Century German Folk Art Toys and Dolls

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Composition

Bjørn Wiinblad Christmas plate 1983 "Nativity of Jesus"
By Bjørn Wiinblad, Rosenthal
Located in Brønshøj, DK
Bjørn Wiinblad porcelain Christmas plate 1983, produced by Rosenthal Motif: Silent Night Holy Night Designed by: Bjørn Wiinblad Diameter: 11" - 29 cm Comes in original box and p...
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Vintage 1980s German Porcelain

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Porcelain

Large 16-Piece Nativity Set by Ostheimer, Handcarved, Certified, Christmas Crib
Located in Greven, DE
Large 16-piece Nativity set of the brand Ostheimer. Ostheimer figures are made in high quality
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Early 2000s German Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Maple

18th Century French or Italian Santo Nativity Figure
Located in Nantucket, MA
18th century French or Italian Santo Nativity Figure, a hand carved and painted fruitwood figure
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Antique 18th Century Italian Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

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Linen, Fruitwood

18th Century French or Italian Santo Nativity Figure
Located in Nantucket, MA
18th century French or Italian Santo Nativity figure, a hand carved and painted fruitwood figure
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Antique 18th Century Italian Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Linen, Fruitwood

Brilliant, Rare "Nativity" Enamel Panel by Karl Drerup
By Karl Drerup
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Germany in 1937, his anti-Nazi activism and his wife's Jewish heritage forcing them to leave Germany. In
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern More Furniture and Collectibles

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Walnut

19th Century Victorian Black Forest Nativity Sheep, c.1890
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
nativity. Such items were usually bought back by tourists from the Swiss / German borders (the Black Forest
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Models and Miniatures

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Wood

19th Century Victorian Black Forest Nativity Sheep, c.1890
19th Century Victorian Black Forest Nativity Sheep, c.1890
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H 15.75 in W 17.72 in D 7.49 in
Lot of Five Deer & Hunter Putz Toy Antique German Erzgebirge Christmas 1880s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
German Christmas nativity scene figures. As they are all old, most show the expected signs of age and use
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Antique Late 19th Century German Folk Art Toys and Dolls

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Composition

Shepherd & Wooly Sheep Putz Toy Set Antique German Christmas 1900s, original Box
Located in Nuernberg, DE
are genuine antique German Christmas nativity scene figures. As they are all old, most show the
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Folk Art Toys and Dolls

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Located in London, GB
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Bjørn Wiinblad Christmas Plate 1986 "Christmas Carols"
By Rosenthal, Bjørn Wiinblad
Located in Brønshøj, DK
Bjørn Wiinblad porcelain Christmas plate 1986, produced by Rosenthal Motif: O Tannenbaum Designed by: Bjørn Wiinblad Diameter: 11" - 29 cm Comes in original box and pamphlet. Bo...
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Vintage 1980s German Porcelain

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Bjørn Wiinblad Christmas Plate 1984 "Christmas Carols"
By Rosenthal, Bjørn Wiinblad
Located in Brønshøj, DK
Bjørn Wiinblad porcelain Christmas plate 1984, produced by Rosenthal Motif: Jingle Bells Designed by: Bjørn Wiinblad Diameter: 11" - 29 cm Comes in original box and pamphlet. Bo...
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Vintage 1980s German Porcelain

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Porcelain

Bjørn Wiinblad Christmas Plate 1991 "Christmas Carols"
By Rosenthal, Bjørn Wiinblad
Located in Brønshøj, DK
Bjørn Wiinblad porcelain Christmas plate 1991, produced by Rosenthal Motif: Kommet, ihr Hirten Designed by: Bjørn Wiinblad Diameter: 11" - 29 cm Comes in original box. Box has s...
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1990s German Porcelain

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Porcelain

Bjørn Wiinblad Christmas plate 1971 "Mary with baby Jesus"
By Rosenthal, Bjørn Wiinblad
Located in Brønshøj, DK
Bjørn Wiinblad porcelain Christmas plate 1971, produced By Rosenthal. Motif: Maria with the Child Designed by: Bjørn Wiinblad. Diameter: 11" - 29 cm Comes in original box. Box h...
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Vintage 1970s German Porcelain

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Porcelain

Bjørn Wiinblad Christmas Plate 1990 "Christmas Carols"
By Rosenthal, Bjørn Wiinblad
Located in Brønshøj, DK
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1990s German Porcelain

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Embroidered Panels: Annunciation, Nativity, Adoration of the Magi
Located in New York, NY
c. 40.5 x 42.5 cm. (framed and matted, c. 61 x 62 cm.) Southern Germany, Bavaria?, c. 1550 These
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier German Tapestries

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Silver

Green porcelain vases decorated with gold figures 1970s Dresden
By Dresden Porcelain
Located in Monza, IT
Pair of white German ceramic vases from Dresden, made and decorated by hand. The vases are
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Vintage 1970s German Baroque Vases

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Porcelain

19th Century Folk Art Nativity Scene
Located in London, GB
19th Century Folk Art Nativity Scene A charming example of a mid-19th century hand carved folk
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Antique 1850s German Folk Art Outsider and Self Taught Art

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Wood

Carved Miniature Nativity, Germany, 1690
Located in Milan, IT
. Behind her, the clouds and the rays of God. Virtuosity carving. Germany, circa 1690.
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Antique 1690s German Figurative Sculptures

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Boxwood, Ebony

Vintage Hand-Carved Nativity Scene from Germany
By Black Forest
Located in Den Haag, NL
Vintage hand-carved wooden nativity scene from Germany. Unique set of 5 figurines. Mary with child
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Vintage 1930s German Black Forest Natural Specimens

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Fruitwood

Rare Vintage Hand Carved 16 Piece Nativity Set by Ostheimer of Germany
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare vintage hand carved 16 piece nativity set by Ostheimer of Germany, circa 1970s. Each piece is
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Late 20th Century German Religious Items

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Wood

Lot of Eight Wooly Sheep & Two Ram Putz Toy Antique German Christmas 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
German Christmas nativity scene figures. As they are all old, most show the expected signs of age and use
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Folk Art Toys and Dolls

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19th Century Reverse Glass Painting of The Holy Family, "The Flight to Egypt"
Located in Stamford, CT
Early 19th century German reverse glass or verre églomisé painting with gilding of "The Flight to
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Antique Early 19th Century German Folk Art Religious Items

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Glass

Christmas Tree Stand with Nativity Scene, German, circa 1900s
Located in New York, NY
Amazing and rare square Christmas tree stand, Germany, circa 1900s. Featuring floral decorations
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Early 20th Century German Planters and Jardinieres

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16th Century Mirror
Located in Paris, FR
An Italian or German Mirror, Enamelled gold, Rock Crystal, Diamond, Painted with Nativity Scene.
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German Miniature Nativity Set in Case
Located in Cookeville, TN
Up for your consideration is a miniature nativity set. This set consists of twelve pieces plus a
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Mid-20th Century German Religious Items

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Plastic

German Miniature Nativity Set in Case
German Miniature Nativity Set in Case
H 4.19 in W 5 in D 0.82 in
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German Nativity For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal German nativity for your home. Each German nativity for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, fabric and fruitwood. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer German nativity, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A German nativity, designed in the folk art, mid-century modern or Victorian style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Karl Drerup, Rosenthal and Bjørn Wiinblad each produced at least one beautiful German nativity that is worth considering.

How Much is a German Nativity?

Prices for a German nativity can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $161 and can go as high as $4,346, while the average can fetch as much as $1,140.