Nativity scene for Christmas of 80 cm.

Nativity Scene for Christmas

• Figures for Nativity Scene made of polychrome marble dust.
• Christmas Nativity set consisting of:
  • Figure of Saint Joseph (80.0 cm (31.5 in) high).
  • Figure of the Virgin Mary (55.0 cm (21.65 in) high).
  • Figure of Baby Jesus (30.0 cm (11.81 in) long).
  • Cradle for Baby Jesus (31 x 22 x 14.0 cm (5.51 in)).

Cheap Nativity Scene Figures

Nativity Scene figures are a central element in Christmas decoration. Religious images have been manufactured for centuries to set up cribs and scenes of the Birth of Baby Jesus.

Most authors trace the origin of Nativity Scenes to the 13th century. On Christmas Eve of that year, Saint Francis of Assisi created the first Nativity Scene in a cave near Greccio, Italy, establishing the basic definition: Baby Jesus, Saint Joseph, and the Virgin Mary in a manger, with visitors such as the Three Wise Men and shepherds.

Saint Francis held a nighttime mass with a representation of the birth, using a manger without the baby, based on Christian tradition and apocryphal Gospels. His preaching about the poverty of Jesus Christ deeply impacted those present, emphasizing humility and love.

From the 14th century onwards, the custom of setting up Nativity Scenes spread across Europe, especially thanks to Franciscan orders. Initially a clerical practice, then aristocratic, and finally popular. Nativity scenes of this era were made of cloth, cotton, wood, or paper figures.

Today, there are countless materials and styles of Nativity Scenes and cribs. Each figure has its own characteristics and prices. Some are handmade and more expensive, while others, mass-produced, are much more affordable.

Among the materials used for mass production, it is common to find Nativity Scene figures made of marble dust. This material has become very popular as it allows for reasonable detail levels at very low prices.

What is Marble Dust?

Marble dust is a mixture of marble powder and synthetic resins. This material is widely used in the production of decorative figures due to its low cost, durability, and ease of molding.

Nativity Scene figures made of marble dust stand out for:

• Affordable price: Marble dust is cheaper than other materials like clay, wood paste, or wood.
• Durability: It resists moderate impacts and retains its shape over time.
• Ease of customization: They can be easily painted and decorated to suit different styles.

Why are Nativity Scene Figures Made of Marble Dust Cheap?

The reduced cost of Nativity Scene figures made of marble dust is due to several factors:

• Economical material: Marble powder is an industrial byproduct and has a low cost.
• Mass production: Marble dust is suitable for mechanized processes, reducing labor costs.
• Lower transportation costs: Marble dust figures are lighter than those made of other materials like clay.