{"product_id":"hand-painted-wooden-miniature-nativity-scene-folk-art-christmas-display-by-karen-markland-vintage-1-12-scale","title":"Hand-Painted Wooden Miniature Nativity Scene – Folk Art Christmas Display by Karen Markland – Vintage 1:12 Scale","description":"\u003ch2 data-sourcepos=\"2:1-2:22\"\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"811\" data-start=\"151\"\u003eThis vintage hand-painted nativity scene is a beautiful example of folk-art charm in miniature form. Crafted entirely from wood, the set features delicately rendered silhouettes of \u003cem data-end=\"379\" data-start=\"332\"\u003eMary, Joseph, Baby Jesus, the Three Wise Men,\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem data-end=\"400\" data-start=\"384\"\u003estable animals\u003c\/em\u003e, each figure painted by hand with warm, earthy tones that evoke the spirit of a traditional Christmas. The rustic stable—topped with a real bark roof and finished with straw detailing—adds an inviting, homespun texture that complements the simplicity and sincerity of the scene. Signed by artisan \u003cstrong data-end=\"716\" data-start=\"698\"\u003eKaren Markland\u003c\/strong\u003e, this one-of-a-kind nativity captures both artistry and devotion in perfect miniature scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-sourcepos=\"7:1-7:10\"\u003eStyling\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1349\" data-start=\"835\"\u003eDisplay this handmade nativity as the centerpiece of a miniature holiday vignette or on a tabletop surrounded by evergreen sprigs and candlelight for a serene Christmas display. It pairs beautifully with rustic or folk-inspired décor, making it ideal for collectors who appreciate handcrafted heritage pieces. Whether nestled into a dollhouse parlor, featured on a mantel shelf, or included in a holiday village, this piece brings the warmth of craftsmanship and the quiet joy of the season wherever it’s placed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eMATERIALS: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWood\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eDIMENSIONS: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e1:12 scale,\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e stable 1½\" long\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eCONDITION: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eExcellent vintage condition, preserved with care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eHISTORY\/PROVENANCE: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHandmade and signed by miniature artist \u003cem data-end=\"1566\" data-start=\"1550\"\u003eKaren Markland, c. 1989.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eCOLLECTION: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eThis set was part of the wonderful 30 year collection from \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Grace of Colorado\" href=\"https:\/\/www.magpieminiatures.com\/collections\/the-backstory-of-grace-from-colorado\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGrace of Colorado\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e2126f;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e*PLEASE NOTE: You are purchasing \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ethe \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003efull nativity scene\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e only. Think of our photos as a whimsical stage set, where your amazing new miniature takes center stage. The other props may not join you, but the star of the show is ready to shine!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Karen Markland","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51693550371090,"sku":null,"price":121.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0820\/2171\/2146\/files\/20250825_120658.jpg?v=1761849438","url":"https:\/\/www.magpieminiatures.com\/products\/hand-painted-wooden-miniature-nativity-scene-folk-art-christmas-display-by-karen-markland-vintage-1-12-scale","provider":"Magpie Miniatures","version":"1.0","type":"link"}