Merchant with Food Satchel | Ulrich Nativity | Multiple Sizes

Man with Food Satchel – Hand-Carved Nativity Figure

Artisan Heritage & Craftsmanship

• Hand-carved in Ortisei, Val Gardena, Italy by master carver ULPE
• Crafted using traditional Alpine wood-carving techniques refined over five centuries in the Dolomites region
• Val Gardena's carving tradition dates to the 17th century, establishing the area as Europe's premier center for devotional woodcraft

Piece Significance & Nativity Role

• Depicts a traveling merchant or village figure, adding narrative depth and human dimension to nativity scenes
• Represents the everyday world surrounding the Holy Family, bridging sacred and secular storytelling
• Food satchel detail symbolizes sustenance, journey, and the interconnected community witnessing the Nativity

Expandable Collection & Display

• Designed to integrate seamlessly into existing nativity sets or standalone devotional displays
• Available in multiple sizes to match your current figures and architectural scale
• Complements core nativity characters while enriching scene composition and visual interest

Investment & Legacy Value

• Authentic hand-carved piece appreciates as a family heirloom and collectible art object
• ULPE's signature craftsmanship ensures durability and enduring aesthetic appeal across generations
• Represents tangible connection to centuries-old Italian artisan tradition and cultural heritage