Seated Camel – Fontanini® 18" Collection

Brand: House of Fontanini | Item #53731

Bring the journey to Bethlehem to life with the impressive Seated Camel #53731 from the Fontanini® 18" Collection. Resting peacefully with its legs folded beneath its body and an elegant saddle blanket draped across its two humps, this beautifully detailed camel adds the color, scale, and Old World character needed to transform a large Fontanini Italian Nativity into a richly developed Bethlehem scene.

Bring the Journey of the Magi to Life

The Three Kings are among the most visually dramatic figures in a Nativity, and a camel helps tell the story of their long journey toward Bethlehem.

The Seated Camel #53731 is depicted at rest, creating the impression that a caravan has paused after traveling from afar. Its long neck and raised head give the animal a dignified presence, while the folded legs create a low horizontal composition that contrasts beautifully with the standing Kings, shepherds, and other figures.

A warm, richly patterned saddle covering stretches over the camel's two humps, complete with sculpted fringe and decorative trim. A bridle and hanging tassel provide additional character around the head and neck, while the extensively textured coat gives the animal the handcrafted detail expected from a substantial Fontanini piece.

A Perfect Companion for the Three Kings

Position this seated camel near King Melchior, King Gaspar, and King Balthazar to suggest the arrival of the Magi and their traveling caravan.

Because the camel is resting rather than standing, it creates valuable variation in height within a large Nativity. Place it slightly behind the Kings as though they have dismounted and are approaching the Christ Child, or combine it with Aman the Camel Driver #53732 to create an even more convincing caravan scene.

That ability to build outward from the central manger is one of the pleasures of collecting Fontanini. Mary, Joseph, and Baby Jesus remain at the heart of the display while Kings, shepherds, angels, animals, and villagers help tell the larger story surrounding Bethlehem.

Impressive 18" Scale for Church, Parish & Home

This is a genuine 18" scale Fontanini Nativity animal, not a miniature accessory. Multiple specialty retailers identify item #53731 specifically as Fontanini's 18" Scale Seated Camel and confirm its polymer construction.

Its substantial proportions make it particularly well suited for a church sanctuary or narthex, parish or chapel Nativity, religious school or institution, large residential Christmas display, or established Fontanini Masterpiece collection.

The broad resting pose also makes the camel especially useful when designing a larger scene. It visually fills space at a lower level without blocking the Holy Family or standing characters positioned behind it.

Beautiful Fontanini Detail from Head to Saddle

Large-scale Nativity animals can dramatically increase the realism of a display, and this camel provides visual interest from one end to the other.

The carefully modeled face and expressive eyes give the animal personality. Sculpted hair textures cover the neck and body, while the folded legs, hooves, tail, bridle, tassel, and saddle covering add layers of detail.

The reddish earth-toned blanket provides a beautiful contrast with the camel's warm natural coloring and helps connect the animal visually with the richly colored robes of the Three Kings.

Fontanini's own company information emphasizes the importance it places on expression, movement, posture, and carefully modeled details throughout its Nativity figures.

Authentic Fontanini Italian Tradition Since 1908

The Fontanini story began in 1908 in Bagni di Lucca, Italy, when Emanuele Fontanini established a small artisan workshop. Historical records trace the family's figurine-making roots even earlier: Emanuele was exporting figurine art to European cities by 1893 before opening his Bagni di Lucca workshop in 1908.

More than a century later, Fontanini describes its Nativity tradition as continuing through four generations, drawing upon the historic figurine-making heritage of the Lucca region.

Fontanini figurines are fully made in Italy and individually hand-painted, with sizes ranging from small collectible figures to impressive large-scale pieces.

That heritage makes a large piece such as the Seated Camel especially appealing for an heirloom Nativity—it's part of a much broader artistic tradition dedicated to telling the Christmas story through individual characters and animals.

Build a Complete Fontanini Caravan

For a particularly impressive display, create a dedicated Magi procession within your Nativity.

Arrange Melchior, Gaspar, and Balthazar traveling toward the manger. Add the Seated Camel #53731 behind them and position Aman the Camel Driver nearby. Additional animals, architectural pieces, pathways, rocks, and landscape accessories can then help establish the distance between the travelers and the Holy Family.

The result is more than a collection of individual figures. It becomes a visual story that naturally draws visitors through the scene and ultimately toward Baby Jesus.

For churches and parishes especially, this type of expanded display provides an opportunity to change the arrangement throughout the Christmas season—showing the Kings traveling toward Bethlehem before eventually placing them near the manger for Epiphany.

Shop Fontanini at House of Fontanini

When you shop Fontanini at House of Fontanini, you're shopping with a locally owned small business that genuinely loves these Nativity pieces.

For more than 25 years, House of Fontanini has proudly served families, collectors, churches, and parishes from our Minnesota warehouse. We don't simply sell Fontanini—we appreciate the artistry, tradition, and most importantly, the sacred story these figures help tell.

Our mission says it best:

“Telling His Story, one piece at a time.”

Add the magnificent Seated Camel #53731 to your Fontanini Italian Nativity and give the Three Kings' journey a richer sense of scale, movement, and storytelling.

Product Details

• Product: Seated Camel
• Fontanini Item #: 53731
• UPC: 089945357776
• Collection: Fontanini® 18" Collection
• Scale: 18" Nativity Scale
• Material: Durable Polymer
• Pose: Seated / Resting Camel
• Design Details: Two-hump camel with decorative saddle blanket, bridle and tassel
• Craftsmanship: Individually hand-painted
• Made in: Italy
• Theme: Fontanini 18" Retail
• Coordinates With: Fontanini 18" Three Kings, Aman Camel Driver, Holy Family, shepherds, angels, animals and other large-scale figures
• Ideal For: Churches, parishes, chapels, religious institutions, large home Nativities and heirloom Fontanini collections

Masterpiece Collection Availability

Please note that larger Fontanini Masterpiece Collection pieces, ranging from approximately 18" to 70", are typically stocked when available. Because of their impressive size, intricate detailing, and higher cost, some items may be available on a special-order basis.

For special-order pieces being sent from the workshop in Tuscany, please allow up to 120 days.

To check current availability of Seated Camel #53731, please contact our Parish Sales Department at 507-469-9659 or email House of Fontanini. We will gladly check availability for you!