Nativity Set: $56.00
We love the varied expressions on the figures' faces!
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at a glance
- Nativity Sets are hand-carved from the wood of local Jacaranda or Musave trees.
- Each Nativity Set features: Jesus in a manger, Mary, Joseph, 3 Kings, One shepherd wearing traditional Rwandan shepherd’s garb, and two animals.
- The figures in the Nativity Set average about 8 1/2 inches tall.
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a closer look
Hand-carved from the wood of native Jacaranda or Musanze trees, these Nativity Sets are a beautiful depiction of the celebration of Jesus’ birth.
Figures included are: Jesus in a manger, Mary, Joseph, 3 Kings, One shepherd wearing traditional Rwandan shepherd’s garb, and two animals.
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made by:
Fredric Nyandwi & Apprentices
- Fredric Nyandwi is a sculptor who trains young men in the art of woodcarving.
- Since 2009, Fredric has trained 13 apprentices.
- Fredric specializes in carving beautiful decorative items for the home.
- Fredric and his apprentices work in Nyaruguru District, just south of Butare town.
made in:
Nyaruguru District
- Population – 300,000
- Size of District – 1,010 km2, or 390 miles2
- Main work – Agriculture (beans, peas, maize, cassava, sweet potatoes, yams, sorghum, bananas, millet, cabbage, tomatoes, fruit trees)
- Official District Website: www.nyaruguru.gov.rw
