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Neapolitan Nativity Scenes. All the figurines of this department are entirely handmade in Naples, the capital of the Christmas Nativity scenes tradition. Each figurine is different and therefore unique; a precious item to collect because of the handmade nature of the production and and the perfection of all details. The figurines are made of terracotta and dressed with tailored clothes. Here you can find various traditional characters: Baby Jesus, Mary, Saint Joseph, ox and donkey, the Wise Men, shepherds and sheep with real wool. It is also possible to watch the videos of the Animated Nativity figurines.
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Angel with "glory" drapery for 28 cm Neapolitan Nativity Scene
Angel with "glory" drapery for 28 cm Neapolitan Nativity Scene

Angel with "glory" drapery for 28 cm Neapolitan Nativity Scene

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£ 95.70
Sleeping Nativity, animated Neapolitan Nativity Scene of 30 cm
Sleeping Nativity, animated Neapolitan Nativity Scene of 30 cm

Sleeping Nativity, animated Neapolitan Nativity Scene of 30 cm

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£ 613.71
Neapolitan nativity scene man with tree and ladder in movement 24 cm
Neapolitan nativity scene man with tree and ladder in movement 24 cm

Neapolitan nativity scene man with tree and ladder in movement 24 cm

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£ 262.52
Granny telling stories, animated scene for Neapolitan Nativity Scene with 30 cm characters
Granny telling stories, animated scene for Neapolitan Nativity Scene with 30 cm characters

Granny telling stories, animated scene for Neapolitan Nativity Scene with 30 cm characters

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£ 332.76
Complete modular Neapolitan Nativity village with 12 cm figurines and motion, 125x320x70 cm
Complete modular Neapolitan Nativity village with 12 cm figurines and motion, 125x320x70 cm

Complete modular Neapolitan Nativity village with 12 cm figurines and motion, 125x320x70 cm

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Playful Nativity, animated Neapolitan Nativity Scene of 24 cm
Playful Nativity, animated Neapolitan Nativity Scene of 24 cm

Playful Nativity, animated Neapolitan Nativity Scene of 24 cm

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£ 473.24

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Terracotta ox for Neapolitan Nativity Scene, 18 cm
Terracotta ox for Neapolitan Nativity Scene, 18 cm
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Terracotta ox for Neapolitan Nativity Scene, 18 cm

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Rustic demijohn with woven covering for 8 cm Neapolitan Nativity Scene, 4x3 cm
Rustic demijohn with woven covering for 8 cm Neapolitan Nativity Scene, 4x3 cm
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Rustic demijohn with woven covering for 8 cm Neapolitan Nativity Scene, 4x3 cm

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Small demijohn with external weave for 6 cm Neapolitan Nativity Scene, 3x2 cm
Small demijohn with external weave for 6 cm Neapolitan Nativity Scene, 3x2 cm
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Pastry chef in motion for Neapolitan Nativity Scene of 30 cm
Pastry chef in motion for Neapolitan Nativity Scene of 30 cm

Pastry chef in motion for Neapolitan Nativity Scene of 30 cm

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£ 350.32
Pot fixer for Neapolitan Nativity Scene of 6-8 cm
Pot fixer for Neapolitan Nativity Scene of 6-8 cm

Pot fixer for Neapolitan Nativity Scene of 6-8 cm

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Column with stuccoed streaks for Neapolitan Nativity scene of 12-14 cm
Column with stuccoed streaks for Neapolitan Nativity scene of 12-14 cm

Column with stuccoed streaks for Neapolitan Nativity scene of 12-14 cm

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£ 5.61
Column for Neapolitan Nativity scene of 10 cm
Column for Neapolitan Nativity scene of 10 cm
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Column for Neapolitan Nativity scene of 10 cm

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£ 9.06£ 11.33
Moving woman beating the laundry for Neapolitan Nativity Scene 24 cm
Moving woman beating the laundry for Neapolitan Nativity Scene 24 cm

Moving woman beating the laundry for Neapolitan Nativity Scene 24 cm

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Neapolitan nativity scene woman spinning wool 24 cm
Neapolitan nativity scene woman spinning wool 24 cm

Neapolitan nativity scene woman spinning wool 24 cm

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Moving woman delicatessen counter 30 cm terracotta
Moving woman delicatessen counter 30 cm terracotta
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Sleeping Nativity Neapolitan nativity scene 13 cm terracotta
Sleeping Nativity Neapolitan nativity scene 13 cm terracotta
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House in 18th century style with orange tree and lights for Neapolitan Nativity Scene with 8 cm characters 40x25x25 cm
House in 18th century style with orange tree and lights for Neapolitan Nativity Scene with 8 cm characters 40x25x25 cm
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House in 18th century style with orange tree and lights for Neapolitan Nativity Scene with 8 cm characters 40x25x25 cm

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Animated sStanding Card Players 30 cm Neapolitan Nativity
Animated sStanding Card Players 30 cm Neapolitan Nativity

Animated sStanding Card Players 30 cm Neapolitan Nativity

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£ 525.92
Man currying donkey in movement 14 cm for Neapolitan nativity scene
Man currying donkey in movement 14 cm for Neapolitan nativity scene

Man currying donkey in movement 14 cm for Neapolitan nativity scene

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Animated scene, woman with broomstick, 30cm
Animated scene, woman with broomstick, 30cm

Animated scene, woman with broomstick, 30cm

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£ 525.92
Animated nativity scene set, 4 characters 12 cm
Animated nativity scene set, 4 characters 12 cm

Animated nativity scene set, 4 characters 12 cm

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Neapolitan Nativity Scenes. All the figurines of this department are entirely handmade in Naples, the capital of the Christmas Nativity scenes tradition. Each figurine is different and therefore unique; a precious item to collect because of the handmade nature of the production and and the perfection of all details. The figurines are made of terracotta and dressed with tailored clothes. Here you can find various traditional characters: Baby Jesus, Mary, Saint Joseph, ox and donkey, the Wise Men, shepherds and sheep with real wool. It is also possible to watch the videos of the Animated Nativity figurines.
For more information please contact us at customerservice@holyart.co.uk

What is the Neapolitan Nativity Scene of the 1700s?

The Neapolitan nativity scene of the 1700s represents the pinnacle of Italian nativity art, an evolution of the traditional nativity scene distinguished by its extraordinary wealth of details and its ability to depict scenes of everyday life with meticulous fidelity to reality.

How did the Neapolitan Nativity Scene originate?

The origin of the Neapolitan nativity scene dates back to the Middle Ages, when the representation of the Nativity was mainly found in monasteries and churches. However, it is during the Baroque period that the nativity scene transforms into an autonomous art form and begins to spread to noble houses. It was thanks to the passion of Charles III of Bourbon, King of Naples, that the nativity scene assumed a central role in Neapolitan culture.

What are the typical characters of the Neapolitan nativity scene?

One of the most fascinating aspects of the Neapolitan nativity scene is the presence of a wide range of characters that go beyond the Holy Family. In addition to Baby Jesus, Mary, Joseph, the ox, and the donkey, there are numerous figures representing the society of the time.

Thanks to this wealth of details and the care in artisanal craftsmanship, the Neapolitan nativity scene continues to be one of the most beloved Christmas traditions, capable of captivating and preserving the history and art of an era through figurines that seem to come to life.

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