Rochard Eight Piece Mini Nativity Limoges Box with Stable

Eight tiny Nativity pieces gather around their stable in this hand-painted porcelain Limoges box. Rochard made the hinged set in Limoges, France, so the whole Christmas story fits in the palm of your hand.

A Manger Fit for a Mantel

The Nativity scene dates back to 1223, when Saint Francis of Assisi staged a living creche in an Italian village. Since then families around the world have set out Mary, Joseph and the infant Jesus each December, often with shepherds, kings and animals nearby. This miniature version keeps that tradition compact.

The Little Creche

• A Rochard Nativity piece, hand-painted in Limoges, France
• An eight piece mini Nativity with a hinged stable
• Pairs well with angel, star and Christmas tree boxes

Advent Through Epiphany

Set it out on the first Sunday of Advent and leave it until Epiphany, on a mantel, a side table or a windowsill near the tree. It makes a meaningful present for a godchild's family, a pastor or church volunteer, or anyone who collects creches from around the world. Because it is small, it suits apartments and offices too.