{"product_id":"willow-tree-hand-painted-wooden-nativity-backdrop-creche-blue-gray-3-piece-fold-flat-tiered-display","title":"Willow Tree hand-painted wooden nativity backdrop Crèche — blue-gray 3-piece, fold-flat tiered display","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Willow Tree Crèche is a hand-painted wooden nativity backdrop that provides a tiered, fold-flat display to showcase Willow Tree Nativity figures.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis three-piece wooden Crèche, designed by artist Susan Lordi, brings a simple, handcrafted backdrop to your Nativity collection. Finished in an antiqued blue-gray wash and detailed with cross beams and faux rust nail marks, it offers a neutral, elegant stage for Willow Tree figurines or other seasonal décor. The Crèche was created to complement the Willow Tree Nativity line introduced in 2000 and is packaged ready for gift-giving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the Crèche assemble and store?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAssembly is straightforward: the Crèche consists of three wooden components that slot together for a stable, tiered presentation. When the season ends, the pieces disassemble and lay flat to save shelf or closet space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThree-piece construction with center vertical backdrop and two interlocking base pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFolds flat for compact storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTiered base allows layered arrangement of figurines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the dimensions and materials of this backdrop?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Crèche measures approximately 17 inches high, 20 inches wide and 11.5 inches deep, sized to accommodate standard Willow Tree Nativity figures while fitting on mantels, tables, or shelves. It’s crafted from wood and finished by hand for a matte, antiqued surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOverall size: 17\" H × 20\" W × 11.5\" D\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMaterial: solid wood construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHand-painted blue-gray antiqued finish with intentional distress details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat design details make this backdrop authentic and durable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArtist Susan Lordi translated her original prototype into this production piece, preserving carved forms and subtle aging marks for visual depth. The backdrop includes cross beams and rustlike nail impressions to suggest a timeworn stable without overpowering the figurines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDesigned by Susan Lordi from her Kansas City studio\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHand-applied paint and antiquing for unique surface variation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDistressed accents (cross beams and faux nail marks) for rustic character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for? The Willow Tree Crèche is ideal for collectors of Willow Tree Nativity figures, gift-givers seeking a meaningful seasonal present, and anyone wanting a handcrafted, understated stage for holiday displays. It suits homes that prefer simple, artisanal accents over elaborate sets and anyone who values a piece that stores flat when not in use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Does the Crèche come painted or unfinished?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: The Crèche is hand-painted and antiqued in a blue-gray finish, applied from Susan Lordi’s original prototype.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Will this backdrop fit standard Willow Tree Nativity figures?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. The 17\" x 20\" tiered design is sized to display Willow Tree Nativity figures on shelves, mantels, or tables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Willow Tree","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49216410910939,"sku":"B000CR2NBA","price":242.84,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0845\/1188\/3483\/files\/willow-tree-creche-front-view.jpg?v=1788410280","url":"https:\/\/homelypantry.co.uk\/products\/willow-tree-hand-painted-wooden-nativity-backdrop-creche-blue-gray-3-piece-fold-flat-tiered-display","provider":"The Homely Pantry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}