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Jose Arriola crafts this delightful 12 piece nativity scene in hand-painted ceramic. Dressed in the apparel worn in Santa Catalina Palopo, the angel Gabriel joins Mary, Joseph and the infant Jesus. The Three Kings visit the tender scene while an ox, a donkey and a shepherd with lambs gaze in awe at the Holy Family. "I'm a person of fervent faith," the Guatemalan artisan confides. "Crafting these nativity scenes brings me great joy."
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Beautifully painted and just adorable. You cant look at her and not smile.
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The colors of this petite cat pot are so fun! Its truly a little work of art. I have an air plant in mine and it adds a lively touch on my mantle.
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In love with this little tecolote! Although it traveled far, it was packaged with care and arrived in one piece. Now I want one in every color!
You can find our ceramic nativity scene 'Christmas in Santa Catalina' (12 pieces) by Jose Arriola in holiday decor & ornaments categories such as Cultural Nativity Scenes, Hand Painted Nativity Scenes, Christmas Nativity Scenes, Nativity Nativity Scenes and Family Nativity Scenes. Enjoy exploring these sections for other Novica treasures.
Preserving Traditions
Jose creates the most beautiful ceramic ornaments and figurines. His family has lived in Antigua for more than 100 years and he takes great pride in practicing the same ceramic techniques his ancestors used. He wishes to help this tradition continue and he teaches anyone in his community who has an interest in learning.
Microcredit Financing
Jose Arriola has received 7 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $450 and the most recent for $2550. Proceeds were used to purchase paints and materials for his ceramics to continue production.
Enabling Education
Jose's children are all grown but but he does provide financial support for the education of one person outside of his family and he occasionally supports other children's school expenses.
Confronting Adversity
Jose has been dealing with diabetes for over 17 years. His condition has caused many problems for him, but currently he is able to control it and enjoy his life.
Job Creator
Jose provides employment to several people within his community.
"Don't ask me how, but we never lacked food on our table – we could be lacking in many things during the Civil War, but we never lacked food."