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Shepherd with beard, hat and 2 goats - color

SKU: 1680812A00600C

Shepherd with beard, hat and 2 goats - color

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Finely colored maple
Bright oil colors
Symbol of humility and simplicity
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Description
The wooden shepherd figure is one of the most common representations of the traditional nativity scene, and has been used for centuries to depict the rural life of the time in which the story of the nativity of Jesus is set. The figure of the shepherd with the hat and beard and the two goats, represents the clothing and lifestyle of the people of the time, who used to live in the countryside and carry out agricultural and pastoral work.
Moreover, the shepherd was often considered a symbol of humility and simplicity, qualities that are very important in the story of the nativity of Jesus. For this reason, the figure of the wooden shepherd is still very popular and representative of the traditional nativity scene. This detailed maple sculpture features a shepherd with his goats and has been beautifully finished with oil paints, creating a stunning work of art.
Detail & Meaning
1) Iconographic and symbolic elements: Shepherd with hat and beard, 2 goats, wood, oil colors.
2) Religious significance: The shepherd symbolizes humility and simplicity, central values in the Nativity. The goats represent the rural life of Jesus' time. The wood and craftsmanship recall the tradition of the Nativity scene, elevating the work to an artistic expression of faith.
Story
The shepherd, a central figure in the nativity scene, embodies humility and simplicity, fundamental values in the Nativity of Jesus. Although not a canonized saint, his presence symbolizes the common people, the first to welcome the good news. His figure, with hat and beard, and the goats, evokes the rural life of the time, a world of work and devotion. His veneration is manifested in the affection with which he is placed in every nativity scene, representing everyone's participation in the sacred event, a reminder of purity of spirit and the welcoming of the divine in everyday life.
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Every piece is unique 100% Made in Italy 4.8/5 Reviews from happy customers
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