Christmas Nativity Scenes
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Which Of The Many Christmas Nativity Scenes Is Right For You?
One of the most recognized signs of the holiday season in many homes and businesses is that of the Christmas Nativity Scene.
Most of these scenes are used as decoration and packed away after the holiday although some people enjoy leaving it up throughout the year. For many families, setting up the nativity scene signals the beginning of the spirit of Christmas.
The nativity scenes all feature three main figures: Mary, Joseph and Baby Jesus. The larger nativity scenes include three wise men, animals and a primitive dwelling representing a manger. Sometimes atop the manger, you'll find a star the wise men followed.
There is a Wide Variety in Christmas Nativity Scenes
Christmas Nativity Scenes used be fashioned out of wood and were more crudely made than the polished ones you can buy today. Now you can find nativity scenes for inside your home or outside.They come in various sizes-small, medium, large or miniature. You can find them pared down to basic simplicity such as just the three main figures or you can find large ones with minute detail as featured in many upscale shopping centers. There are nativity sets created just for children to display with figurines that are made of durable material for their safe handling.
You can find nativity scenes made from a variety of materials including real gold for those who can afford such a decoration. One nativity set that's stunning in its elegance is made out of white, not quite translucent glass and is set on top of a mirrored base. The effects are beautiful and the nativity scene stands out from all the other decorations.
You can find nativity scenes painted as art to hang on your walls or as stained glass to hand in your windows. There are also lighted nativity scenes for inside or outside your home.
The ones for inside the home tend to be made of porcelain or glass with the lights up under the figures while the most popular outside nativity scenes are made of durable plastic to last a lifetime of Christmas seasons.
Collectors also love adding new nativity scenes to their collection and you can find ones to fit any taste. These collections do tend to run a bit on the pricey side so keep that in mind if you're planning to buy an entire collection for someone as a gift.
Or if you'd like to start collecting nativity scenes yourself, remember to always start with the basic figures and build from that. Most collectible nativity scenes are sold by the piece rather than as a whole.
Because of their popularity, Christmas nativity scenes are among the first decorations ordered and if you don't get yours early, you may have to wait for a back order to come in or even wait until the next holiday.
Fontanini Nativity Sets and Scenes
Lighted Nativity Scenes
Porcelain Nativity Set
Lenox First Blessing Porcelain 3-Piece Hand-Painted Nativity Set, Holy Family
Amazon Price: $169.93 (as of 05/30/2012)![]()
Crafted of hand-painted porcelain, this three-piece nativity set features Mary and Joseph who lovingly gaze upon the baby Jesus. Each sculpture is a masterwork of composition and intricate detail.
The rich contrast between the soft bisque and richly glazed porcelain and the masterful hand painting make each sculpture a gift to be treasured. The Joseph figurine measures approximately 8-1/2 inches tall, Mary approximately 5-1/2 inches, and the baby Jesus about 2 inches tall.
Large Nativity Scenes
Waterford Crystal Holy Family Set of Three
Waterford Crystal Holy Family Set of Three
Amazon Price: (as of 05/30/2012)![]()
This is really quite beautiful. The Traditional Nativity Collection was first introduced in the Spring of 1994. Waterford has re-introduced the set due to the popularity and increased demand. This set includes Baby Jesus, Mary and Joseph. These are molded crystal of are the perfect accent to any Chirstmas Collection.
Precious Moments Nativity Scene
Outdoor Nativity Scenes
Plastic Outdoor Nativity Sets
Modern Nativity Set
Italian Nativity Sets
Church Nativity Sets
Hand Carved Nativity
Outdoor Lighted Nativity Set
Children's Nativity Set
Which is Your Favorite Christmas Nativity Scene?
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workingmomwm Dec 16, 2011 @ 8:59 pm | delete
- Love the Little People scene. So cute! Putting that on my wish list for next Christmas!
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Sylvestermouse
Dec 13, 2011 @ 4:15 pm | delete
- These Nativity sets are all beautiful! For me, this is what Christmas is all about. It is not a mere decoration, it is the necessary reminder of what and Who I celebrate on Christmas. It is so easy to forget. Thank you for this beautiful page. Oh, I personally have several Nativity sets. My personal favorite is a Fitz and Floyd set. It took years to collect all of the pieces and each piece was a gift from someone very precious to me. Appropriately, from a precious one, representative of the Precious One.
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WriterJanis
Nov 30, 2011 @ 11:55 am | delete
- You have an amazing assortment here. Love to look at sets from other countries. Nice job!
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fanfreluche Sep 25, 2011 @ 10:08 am | delete
- My mother in law collects African nativity scenes and she has some beautiful one, with lots and lots of work in them
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FlaminCatDesigns
Sep 25, 2011 @ 8:30 am | delete
- Nice subject for your lens. I love Nativity Scenes as well. :)
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