Rochard Small Nativity Scene Limoges Box

The first Christmas, with the Holy Family gathered at the manger, is shown in this small Rochard nativity box. The porcelain scene is painted by hand in Limoges, France.

Silent Night in Porcelain

The nativity has been at the heart of Christmas art for centuries, from grand church tableaux to humble family crèches. This small Rochard version keeps the scene intimate, so it can sit quietly among holiday decorations without being lost.

Gathered at the Manger

• A Rochard design, hand-painted in Limoges, France
• Fits a nativity, Christian or Christmas collection
• Pairs well with angel, star and wise men pieces

Advent Through Epiphany

Set it on a mantel or side table from the first Sunday of Advent through Epiphany in early January. It makes a thoughtful present for a church friend, a choir director, a Sunday school teacher, or a family that sets out a crèche every year. Many collectors pair it with a larger nativity set as a small companion piece on a nearby shelf.

Where the Kaolin Was Found

Porcelain making in Limoges began in the late 1700s, after fine white kaolin clay turned up near the town of Saint-Yrieix-la-Perche.