Vintage Hand Carved Soapstone Nativity Set Inuit Folk Art 9-Piece Holiday Decor For Sale

Rare and heavy 9-Piece Vintage Hand-Carved Soapstone Nativity Set. Crafted in the traditional northern indigenous and Inuit modernist folk art style, this collection features clean, minimalist geometric lines, tactile natural textures, and figures styled in classic hooded parkas. With its substantial weight and organic grayish-tan coloration, this heirloom-quality set serves as both a meaningful holiday centerpiece and a striking year-round sculptural display.

• The Holy Family: Mary and Joseph figurines

• The Nativity Scene: Baby Jesus figure with a matching carved stone manger / display block

• The Magi: Three Wise Men (Kings) in traditional hooded robes

• Animals & Companions: A resting sheep and a charming hand-carved owl figurine

• Largest Figurine: Approximately2"X2"X5"H.

• Weight: Heavy, solid stone composition providing an authentic, premium tactile feel.

• Condition: Excellent vintage condition.

• Details: Exhibits natural stone irregularities, subtle surface striations, and unique earth-tone grain variations intrinsic to hand-carved soapstone. No chips or structural cracks.

Q: What material are the figurines made of?

A: The entire set is handcrafted from natural soapstone (serpentine/Arctic stone), featuring a heavy, durable composition with a natural grayish-tan finish.

Q: Is this an authentic Inuit or indigenous art piece?

A: The set is styled after traditional northern Canadian and Arctic Inuit minimalist folk art sculpture, characterized by unpretentious blocky forms and parka-clad figures.

Q: What is included in the 8-piece purchase?

A: The collection includes Mary, Joseph, Baby Jesus, a stone manger block, three Magi (Kings), a sheep, and an owl.