Ox and donkey to the crib by Romy Thiel

Ox and donkey by Romy Thiel from Deutschneudorf in the Ore Mountains - Nativity figurines

Complement your Christmas crib with these artistic and lifelike figures of the ox and donkey by Romy Thiel. Handcrafted in Deutschneudorf in the Ore Mountains, these figurines bring traditional Erzgebirge folk art into your home.

Handcrafted in the Erzgebirge: Authentic German Craftsmanship

Each figurine is carefully hand carved and made in Deutschneudorf in the Erzgebirge,Germany. These original Romy Thiel figurines are from the artist's miniature series and represent the spirit and craftsmanship of Erzgebirge craftsmanship.

High quality materials: Domestic woods

The figurines are made of domestic woods such as maple, beech, alder, ash, spruce, linden and pine. The natural colors of these woods bring a classic, yet contemporary aesthetic to your Christmas decor.

The Meaning of the Ox and Donkey in the Nativity

In the Christmas story, the ox and the donkey symbolize the different peoples - the ox represents the people of Israel and the donkey represents the pagan people. Together they embody the universal message of redemption, that comes with the birth of Jesus Christ.

Location and Scope of Delivery

These figurines are intended for indoor use and come in a set of one ox and one donkey. Each figurine has a width of 5.00 cm, a height of 3.00 cm and a length of 2.00 cm.

Perfect to complement your Christmas crib

Romy Thiel's ox and donkey figurines are the perfect addition to your Christmas crib. However, they can also be purchased and collected individually. Due to their size, they fit ideally with other nativity scenes and can also be used in combination with other miniatures or little trees from our online store.

Conclusion: An expression of Erzgebirge craftsmanship

In summary, the ox and donkey of Romy Thiel Deutschneudorf / Erzgebirge are more than just nativity figures. They are an expression of Erzgebirge craftsmanship and bring the Christmas story to life in a lively way. With their hand-carved attention to detail and classic design,  they are a valuable addition to any Christmas decoration.