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Traditional Guatemalan Ceramic Nativity Scene (12 Pieces), "Christmas in Santa Catalina"

Name: Traditional Guatemalan Ceramic Nativity Scene (12 Pieces), 'Christmas in Santa Catalina'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 418384
Price: 104.70 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.95 (218 reviews)

Product ID: 418384

by Jose Arriola (218)

Jose Arriola crafts this delightful 12 piece nativity scene in hand-painted ceramic. Dressed in the apparel worn in Santa Catalina Palopo, the angel... more

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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."

0.74 kgs
1.6 lbs

Largest Piece: 9.6 cm H x 4.8 cm W x 4.8 cm D
Largest Piece: 3.8" H x 1.9" W x 1.9" D
Smallest Piece: 3.7 cm H x 3 cm W x 2.5 cm D
Smallest Piece: 1.5" H x 1.2" W x 1" D

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Ceramic
Hand-crafted item -- colour, size and/or motif may vary slightly
Made in Guatemala
Certified and shipped by our office in Guatemala
Product ID: 418384

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Jose Arriola

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218

Brenda

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Feb 05, 2025

“Cute! Cute! Cute!”

Beautifully painted and just adorable. You cant look at her and not smile.

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Brenda

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Feb 05, 2025

“Lively & Bright”

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.

Purchased Item Top Cat in Turquoise, Small Handcrafted Ceramic Plant Pot

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Wendy

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Jan 28, 2025

“Beautifully made!”

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!

Purchased Item Sweet Tecolote, Ceramic Owl Figurine in Pink Hand-Painted in Guatemala

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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.

Overcoming Cancer

Meet the Artist

Jose Arriola Ceramic ornaments and figurines

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"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."

"My full name is Jose Antonio Arriola Rodenas and I come from a happy family that has lived in Antigua for more than 100 years! My grandparents... read more