Landlady with Child | Ulrich Nativity | Multiple Sizes & Finishes

Landlady with Child – Hand-Carved Italian Nativity Figure

Artisan Craftsmanship & Heritage

• Hand-carved in Ortisei, Val Gardena—Europe's premier center for Alpine wood sculpture since the 1600s
• Crafted by ULPE, renowned masters of traditional Italian nativity carving
• Sculpted from select Alpine wood using time-honored techniques refined across centuries

Nativity Significance & Meaning

• The landlady represents maternal compassion and the innkeeper's household—a vital supporting character in the Nativity story
• Depicted with child, symbolizing the domestic warmth and human kindness surrounding Christ's birth
• Adds narrative depth and emotional resonance to nativity scenes, illustrating the broader community witnessing the sacred event

Expandable & Collectible

• Integrates naturally into existing nativity sets or serves as a foundational piece for expanding your collection
• Offered in multiple sizes and finishes to coordinate with complementary figures
• Investment-caliber heirloom—hand-carved nativity figures gain provenance and value, becoming treasured family keepsakes across generations

Val Gardena Carving Legacy

• Ortisei's wood-carving tradition is UNESCO-recognized, rooted in 400+ years of Alpine artisanal excellence
• Each figure demonstrates meticulous detail, authentic proportions, and the reverent aesthetic hallmark of premium Italian devotional art