$38.00
Artisans in Kenya and Uganda use the fiber of banana palm trees to create this all-natural, African nativity scene.
The star-topped box transforms into a stable for Mary, Joseph, and Jesus. Surrounding the holy family are three wise men bearing gifts, a lamb, and three shepherds playing musical instruments are also represented. Ten figures in total are included, each an impressively handcrafted sculpture.
Due to the handmade nature of this item, slight variation is expected.
Dimensions: 5.25"L x 3"W x 8"H
Crafted from: Banana fiber, wire, wood, fabric
Made in: Kenya and Uganda
About the Artisans:
In Nairobi's Banana Hill suburb, artisans utilize the fiber of banana palm trees, which grow prolifically in East Africa, to create whimsical gifts for local sale and export. Esther heads up a small group of talented individuals with a penchant for creating collectible works of folk art using this sustainable, all-natural medium.
$38.00
This African nativity scene is handcrafted in rural Kenya using banana fiber and corn husks. The set is presented in a woven banana fiber storage box, which can be presented as a barn.
The nativity scene features the holy family - Mary, Joseph and Jesus - surrounded by a lamb, three wise men offering gifts and three shepherds playing musical instruments.
A perfect gift for nativity collectors, each nativity scene offers a rustic touch of African creativity to holiday decor.
Dimensions:
Figure: 5"H
Box: 10.5"L x 7.5"W x 2"H
Crafted from: Banana fiber, wire, sisal
Made in: Kenya
About the Artisans:
In Nairobi's Banana Hill suburb, artisans utilize the fiber of banana palm trees, which grow prolifically in East Africa, to create whimsical gifts for local sale and export. Esther heads up a small group of talented individuals with a penchant for creating collectible works of folk art using this sustainable, all-natural medium.
$38.00
Housed in its own storage box, this handcrafted rustic scene of the Last Supper is made from banana fiber and wood.
Measures 5.5" L x 2.5 D x 8"H.
About the Artisans:
In Nairobi's Banana Hill suburb, artisans utilize the fiber of banana palm trees, which grow prolifically in East Africa, to create whimsical gifts for local sale and export. Esther heads up a small group of talented individuals with a penchant for creating collectible works of folk art using this sustainable, all-natural medium.