Provence Saint Joseph figurine

Add the admirable Saint Joseph santon from Provence to your Christmas nativity scene. Entirely modelled and painted by hand according to the tradition of provencal santon makers, it embodies French authenticity and craftsmanship.

This provencal santon is carefully crafted in an art workshop in Marseille, blending harmoniously with the other santons in the provencal nativity scene collection. This Saint Joseph figurine is essential for creating a traditional nativity scene that is both warm and faithful to the spirit of the Nativity in Provence.

Provencal figurines are small terracotta figurines symbolising village life around the Nativity. Provencal figurines occupy an essential place in provencal nativity scenes and embody the very soul of the region.

This figurine of Saint Joseph, husband of the Virgin Mary and protective father of the Baby Jesus, is a key character in the traditional Christmas nativity scene. He embodies kindness, wisdom and faith. Carefully modelled and painted, he stands out for his emotional posture, with one hand on his heart, kneeling in a gesture of humility and tenderness towards the Baby Jesus.

This handmade provencal figurine adds a touch of authenticity, warmth and spirituality to your Christmas decorations.

Discover all the other provence figurines to complete this nativity scene. In addition to the Saint Joseph figurine, here are the seven other figurines from the same collection, essential for any nativity scene: 

Provence Jesus figurine

Provence Saint Mary figurine

Provence Donkey figurine

Provence Ox figurine

Gaspard the Wise Man figurine

Melchior the Wise Man figurine

Balthazar the Wise Man figurine

Learn more about the product : 

✔ Dimensions: Height 7cm

✔ Handcrafted - figurine created and painted by hand

✔ Made in France

✔ Living Heritage Company

✔ Material: Clay

✔ Warning: These figurines are not children's toys. For adults only.

Care instructions: Avoid exposing these figurines to heat sources or excessively humid environments. To remove dust, use a soft, clean brush and proceed with caution to preserve their shine.

Learn more about the artisan :

The art workshop specialising in Provençal santons is located in Marseille, in the heart of the Panier district, and was founded in 1996. Since its inception, this workshop has distinguished itself with a unique style that skilfully blends tradition and innovation, appealing to enthusiasts and collectors alike. By favouring craftsmanship over industrial methods, it has created a collection of clay santons that is renowned in both the world of nativity scenes and interior design. Each piece is handmade from natural clay. A team of around twenty artisans is responsible for the entire process, from design to marketing, both in France and internationally.

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