Holy Bell Scene

Hand-carved in Bethlehem from olive wood, this nativity has a natural presence. The wood is warm to the touch, its grain flowing gently. The color shifts between soft gold and deep amber, and each line tells a story of the tree’s long life under sun and sky. No two pieces are alike. Each one carries its own mood, shaped slowly by the hands of the maker. The scene is simple and balanced. A small stable beneath a star. Mary and Joseph beside the child. The wise men gathered nearby with their gifts. A palm tree rises at the edge, and a small bell hangs from the roof. All part are carved steady and unhurried, following the old ways of the craft. This nativity can rest anywhere. It fits gently beneath a Christmas tree, among pine and candlelight, or on a shelf beside the window where the morning sun falls. It sits well on a small table, or near a space of prayer. Wherever it is set, it keeps its peace.

Item CO7.