Vintage Owen Irish Turf Craft Nativity Scene Holy Family Irish Peat Christmas Decoration

Beautiful vintage Owen Irish Turf Craft Nativity Scene, handcrafted in Ballyshannon, Co. Donegal, Ireland.

A wonderfully atmospheric & traditional Irish Christmas piece depicting the Holy Family, with Mary & Joseph gathered around the infant Jesus in the manger, accompanied by the ox & donkey.

Created from processed & compressed Irish peat/turf, producing an exceptionally hard, dense & substantial material which could be moulded into beautifully detailed sculptures.

Finished in the distinctive deep black characteristic of Owen Irish Turf Craft, with lovely sculptural detailing throughout the figures, flowing robes, manger & animals.

The original Owen Irish Turf Craft, Ballyshannon, Ireland label remains on the reverse, adding to its authenticity & collectability.

A particularly lovely example of traditional Irish craftsmanship & a beautiful addition to a Christmas mantelpiece, nativity display, festive table or seasonal collection.

Also makes a thoughtful & unusual Christmas gift, particularly for anyone who appreciates Irish heritage, traditional crafts, religious art or vintage Christmas decorations.

Approximate measurements:
Height: 16.5 cm
Width: 18 cm
Depth: 5 cm

Condition:
Lovely vintage condition with minor signs of age & use consistent with an older handcrafted piece. Please examine all photographs as they form part of the description.

A charming, substantial & increasingly unusual piece of Irish folk craft, perfect for bringing a little traditional Irish heritage into the home at Christmas.

Postage: €9.95 nationwide within Ireland.

Collection available from a central Dublin location.

Carefully packaged for safe delivery.

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