Créche Briarde - Holy Family

Créche Briarde

This sweet nativity was handmade in the pottery studios of the Abbey of Jouarre in France.  Each one of the figures is made out of clay and partially glazed .

This nativity comprises stylized figurines of the baby Jesus, Mary, and Joseph. The  three Magi accompanied by a camel come bearing gifts. A shepherdess carrying a lamb, is accompanied by her daughter who brought along two sheep.

Name: Créche Briarde
Artist: The nativity was created in the studios of the Abbey of Jouarre, in France.
Country: France
Material: Ceramic
Number of Pieces: 13
Jesus, Mary, Joseph, thee Magi, two Shepherd, an ox, a donkey, a camel and two sheep
Acquired: 2007

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