Friday, December 9, 2022

Italian Manger Scenes - Presepe or Presepio

 The Visitors Center at the Rome Temple is decorated for Christmas. There are several traditional Christmas trees and lights but the most amazing decoration are the elaborate Nativity Scenes.

This one is very large - the figures are about 8 or 9 inches tall. It is beautiful!

This one capture our attention. The scene is set in Ancient Rome. It takes an artist to create these details!

Here is a link to a very interesting blog article that share 15 facts about these Italian manger scenes.  

https://rossiwrites.com/italy/christmas-in-italy/presepe-italy-nativity-scenes/

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