A tiny hand-painted ceramic “sorpresa” (surprise) from Ilobasco, El Salvador, shaped like a Christmas tree with colorful ornaments, some of them glittered, and peppermint candies around the base. Lift the tree to reveal a miniature nativity scene inside: Joseph, Mary, baby Jesus in the manger, a cow, and a donkey. In El Salvador, many families set up a nacimiento (nativity) at home each December, and this piece brings that tradition to a size that fits in the palm of your hand. This folk art form has been practiced by Ilobasco’s ceramic artisans for generations.
- Hand-painted ceramic Christmas tree shell with ornament and peppermint details
- Opens to reveal a miniature nativity: Joseph, Mary, baby Jesus, a cow, and a donkey
- Traditional Ilobasco folk art form
- Approximately 3" tall
- Handmade in Ilobasco, El Salvador
