Willow Tree Holy Family Collection - The Holy Family Shelter figurine by Susan Lordi

"Holding thoughts of you closely"

The Holy Family collection is ideal for those looking for a smaller nativity option. The figure is complemented by a backdrop of pierced curved metal, suggestive of twinkling stars. Four animals give watch, warmth and protection. (The Holy Family figure and Sheltering Animals sold separately).

This piece features an arched, rust-coloured pierced-metal backdrop, patterned with branches and swirling circles of dots. Sized to complement The Holy Family nativity set.

Piece measures 24cm.

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This pierced-metal backdrop was created to complement The Holy Family, though it can be used as a beautiful backdrop for other angels or figures as well. “The repetitive swirling concentric mark-making is suggestive of twinkling stars at night. The roof is an intertwined, organic structure that suggests a bower of twigs or branches. Since the surface patterning is complex with tiny elements, I wanted to pare down the form to the simplest possible. It’s basically a single sheet of pierced metal, curved to allow it to stand and represent a shelter for The Holy Family and animals.” –Susan Lordi