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Popular Styles of Nativity Sets

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Last updated: 08/23/2011

Brief History of Nativity scenes

Nativity Sets are a depiction of the birth of Jesus as described in the gospels of Matthew and Luke. The first Nativity scene was created as a "living one" in 1233 and is credited to Saint Francis of Assisi. Today people of all walks of life display the nativity scene around Christmas time to celebrate the birth of Jesus and pay homage to their Christian Faith. Whether in still or living form, Nativity scenes are widely popular around this time.

Popular Styles of Today

"Living" nativity scenes have inspired what we know most commonly see today - Nativity Sets. From the Vatican to Churches and even shopping malls, these sets have become a popular form of art and worship. Below are some of the most common types seen today.

Outdoor Nativity Sets

Outdoor Nativity SetMost commonly seen in front of Churches, Homes and shopping centers; outdoor nativity sets come in a variety of sizes ranging from a few feet to life-size and even larger than life styles.

Given the size of these outdoor Christmas decorations, the artistry and attention-to-detail is often times easier to admire to the casual on-looker, making them an ideal choice for adding a dramatic effect to any outdoor scene.

Fontanini Nativity Sets

Emanuele Fontanini has created one of the most recognizable and sought-after brands of nativity sets. Fontanini Nativity Sets come in a variety of hand crafted sizes and are also available in a myriad of individual figurines.

To learn more about Emanuele Fontanini, check out his website here.

Fabric and Resin Nativity Sets

These gorgeous Nativity Sets are available in full Life size (5 ft scale) and Large (42" scale). Fabric and Resin Nativities are suitable for inside Churches, store windows, Hospitals, schools, large homes and more. The figures are clothed in sumptuous flowing robes with elaborate metal accessories and porcelain like resin faces and hands.

Children will love the plush animals that accompany these Fabric and Resin Nativity sets. Some of the animals, such as the Camel, life size Sheep and Donkey can be ridden by children or adults up to 250 lbs.

Outdoor Nativity Sets by Christmas Night Inc.

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