NATIVITIES FOR SALE — AFRICA — KENYA PAINTED MAASAI NATIVITY
This Nativity set is carved from ebony wood by Joseph Kisilu. The set is painted by Steven Kyalo. Both Joseph and Mary are bald because, according to the Maasai culture, when a baby is born the father and the mother shave off all their hair as a symbol that they have conquered or have been relieved of a heavy burden. Mary wears a beautiful necklace and carries a gourd filled with milk to feed the baby Jesus. Joseph carries a spear and shield as a symbol of his duty to protect his sacred family. The angel is represented by a Maasai messenger who has praying hands. The two shepherds with red hair, each carrying a spear and shield, are Maasai warriors who protect the village and herds from predators. The three wise men are Maasai seers; they wear headdresses and carry a spear and club. The giraffe, leopard, and zebra signify that the Maasai live in the African wild of Kenya and Tanzania with these animals. The Joseph figure measures 5.5 inches tall (excluding his spear).
Holes are drilled for the items held in the figure's hands. Please note that the spear and shield may be a little too big to fit into the drilled holes, but the accessories are made from soft wood so they are easy to trim using a simple pocket knife or utility knife. We fixed all the accessory pieces in our own set within five minutes.
This Nativity was made in an artisan workshop run by Steven Kyalo in a slum called Gikomba, near the city center of Nairobi, Kenya. Steven also runs an orphanage and school to help 89 orphans in Nairobi. He works very hard to help others. To learn more about Steven’s wonderful service, view the Helping in Kenya photo album on our Facebook page.
$125. Please click here for purchasing instructions. Last one!
Holes are drilled for the items held in the figure's hands. Please note that the spear and shield may be a little too big to fit into the drilled holes, but the accessories are made from soft wood so they are easy to trim using a simple pocket knife or utility knife. We fixed all the accessory pieces in our own set within five minutes.
This Nativity was made in an artisan workshop run by Steven Kyalo in a slum called Gikomba, near the city center of Nairobi, Kenya. Steven also runs an orphanage and school to help 89 orphans in Nairobi. He works very hard to help others. To learn more about Steven’s wonderful service, view the Helping in Kenya photo album on our Facebook page.
$125. Please click here for purchasing instructions. Last one!