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**ITEM DESCRIPTION:**
Up for sale is a beautifully preserved, highly collectible 13-Piece Vintage Italian Nativity Set. This set features the gorgeous, expressive craftsmanship indicative of the historic Fontanini / Bagni di Lucca workshop style, sculpted in the mid-century tradition.
What makes this set incredibly special is its documented provenance. It comes housed in its original storage box featuring a handwritten inscription from Christmas 1957, detailing a historic family milestone when a local Pastor and family from Burlington, Wisconsin officially became American Citizens.
**ITEM DETAILS & CONDITION:**
- **Origin:** Hand-painted and stamped "MADE ITALY" with individual scale markings.
- **Material:** Vintage mid-century composition/early rigid polymer material.
- **Quantity:** Complete 13-piece extended setup including the Holy Family, 3 Wise Men, a Harpist Angel, a Bagpiper, two Shepherds, a hard-to-find two-humped Camel, an Ox, and two Sheep.
- **Condition:** good vintage condition. Paint remains remarkably bright and vibrant with charming, expected age-appropriate paint wear/chips that add to its authentic mid-century character. Baby Jesus features his delicate, original fabric swaddling. Please see high-resolution photos for close-up details.
**INCLUDED IN SALE:**
- 13 Original Figurines
- Original 1957 Hand-Inscribed Provenance Box Top
Ships promptly and securely wrapped to preserve its historical condition. Perfect addition to any serious vintage holiday display or family collection.
Very lightweight plastic - Celluloid?
