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Bethlehem Vintage mother-of-pearl nativity scene set inside a natural abalone ShellThis is an amazing mother of pearl hand carved artistic representation of the Christian Nativity Scene. It is carved in 3-dimension with a full shell on the back and figures standing in the forefront and center, like a diorama.The carving features 5 individuals along with 2 animals, and the star protrudes slightly from the top of an intricately carved entryway with two pillars on each side.The name Bethlehem is written on the front in black.The original price tag is on the back of $249.99. It was acquired at an estate sale of a retired physician who has travelled to Bethlehem, however I do not know the year, other than she is currently 94 years old. Most likely it was acquired 20 to 30 or more years ago when she was traveling.7” wide x 6.25” tall x 1.25” deepNo chips or cracks15 oz weight
This is an amazing mother of pearl hand carved artistic representation of the Christian Nativity Scene. It is carved in 3-dimension with a full shell on the back and figures standing in the forefront and center, like a diorama.The carving features 5 individuals along with 2 animals, and the star protrudes slightly from the top of an intricately carved entryway with two pillars on each side.The name Bethlehem is written on the front in black.The original price tag is on the back of $249.99. It was acquired at an estate sale of a retired physician who has travelled to Bethlehem, however I do not know the year, other than she is currently 94 years old. Most likely it was acquired 20 to 30 or more years ago when she was traveling.7” wide x 6.25” tall x 1.25” deepNo chips or cracks15 oz weight
This is an amazing mother of pearl hand carved artistic representation of the Christian Nativity Scene. It is carved in 3-dimension with a full shell on the back and figures standing in the forefront and center, like a diorama.The carving features 5 individuals along with 2 animals, and the star protrudes slightly from the top of an intricately carved entryway with two pillars on each side.The name Bethlehem is written on the front in black.The original price tag is on the back of $249.99. It was acquired at an estate sale of a retired physician who has travelled to Bethlehem, however I do not know the year, other than she is currently 94 years old. Most likely it was acquired 20 to 30 or more years ago when she was traveling.7” wide x 6.25” tall x 1.25” deepNo chips or cracks15 oz weight
*Notice: All items sold as photographed. All sales are final.Items are vintage, being over 20+ years old and previously owned, so they usually do have some natural wear from use over time.
