Handcrafted stone Nativity Scene, Fair Trade from Zimbabwe
Zimbabwean artist Luke Jimu carves and polishes serpentine stone to create a serene nativity scene. The set includes the kneeling figures of Joseph and Mary with hands folded in prayer, baby Jesus in a small round manger, 3 wise men, a sheep, and a donkey.
Sold as a set of 8 pieces. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly. Not intended for outdoor display.
Dimensions:
Baby: 1.25"W x 0.5"T
Mary: 4"H x 1.5"D x 0.75"W
Joseph and Wise Men: 4-5"H x 2"D x 0.75"W
Crafted from: Serpentine stone, metal
Made in: Zimbabwe
Member of The Fair Trade Association. Providing fair payment to workers in developing nations, educating artisans and workers to increase their potential for advancement ensuring the rights of children, developing products and processes that protect and conserve the natural environment.
Lends over 33 million pounds yearly to both producers in developing nations and the buyers who distribute their goods worldwide.
They provide business training to marginalized producers, furthering the sustainability of cooperative investments. Working with producers across Africa who value their natural environment and employ sustainable methods of production. Artisans are required to abide by local and export regulations governing the legal harvest of hardwoods to ensure compliance with U.S. import standards and to uphold proper management of their local forest resources. Artisans are encouraged to utilize materials fully by converting scraps into salable products Artisans are encouraged to utilize recycled, reclaimed and highly renewable materials in product design, and to isolate new sources of low-cost materials.
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IMPACT:
- Fair Trade
- Sustainability
- Socio-Economic
- Business Training to Marginalized Producers
- Eco-Friendly
