Description
As the Portuguese nativity tradition does not display the infant Jesus until Christmas Eve after midnight mass, this nativity features a hidden compartment to hold the infant Jesus. The holy family can be displayed as Mary and Joseph lovingly waiting for Jesus to arrive. When you are ready to complete the nativity scene, Jesus can be placed in their arms and secured with the included ribbon.
Portuguese artist Mané Pupo created the original molds for this beautiful and creative nativity scene from Portugal. Reproduced in Portugal by hand with traditional ceramics techniques. Measures just over 8 inches tall.
