Shepherd with Hoe | Comet Nativity | Multiple Sizes & Finishes

Shepherd with Hoe | Hand-Carved Nativity Figure

Artisan Craftsmanship & Heritage

• Hand-carved in Ortisei, Italy by ULPE Wood Art, continuing centuries of Val Gardena woodcarving tradition
• Master craftsmen preserve techniques refined across generations in the Dolomites valley
• Each figure reflects the region's legacy as Europe's premier center for sacred wood sculpture

Design & Nativity Integration

• Shepherd with hoe complements Comet nativity collections and expands existing scenes
• Authentic pastoral detail adds narrative depth to your nativity display
• Available in multiple sizes and finishes to match your current figures

Meaning & Spiritual Significance

• Shepherd represents humble witness to the Nativity—a figure of devotion and care
• The hoe symbolizes labor, stewardship, and the working faithful present at Christ's birth
• Invites contemplation of service and presence in sacred moments

Investment & Legacy

• Museum-quality carving designed to endure as a family heirloom
• Appreciates in value as a collectible work of sacred art
• Timeless addition to devotional spaces and nativity collections passed through generations