Iconographic and symbolic elements:
1. Shepherd with hat: Represents humility, guidance and care of the flock, a biblical figure linked to the nativity.
2. Two sheep in his arms: Symbolize the faithful, innocence and divine protection, recalling the "good shepherd".
3. Greeting to Baby Jesus: Act of adoration and recognition of the divinity of the newborn, the fulcrum of the Christian faith.
Religious significance:
The sculpture embodies devotion and the welcoming of the Savior by the humble. The shepherd, a biblical figure, symbolizes pastoral care and spiritual guidance, while the sheep represent the faithful who trust in God. The greeting to Baby Jesus is the act of faith and adoration towards the newly born Christ, the center of the Christmas celebration.