16 Piece Masterpiece Nativity Figure Set with Italian Stable – Fontanini 5 Inch Collection

Brand: House of Fontanini | Fontanini Item #54492

Experience the wonder of Bethlehem in extraordinary detail with the 16 Piece Masterpiece Nativity Figure Set with Italian Stable by Fontanini, Item #54492. One of the most complete ways to begin—or beautifully expand—a Fontanini 5-inch Nativity collection, this magnificent set brings together the Holy Family, Three Kings, angels, shepherds, villagers, sheep, ox, and donkey around a handcrafted Italian stable.

Rather than presenting only the manger, this remarkable Fontanini Nativity begins to tell the larger story of Bethlehem.

At the heart of the scene, Mary and Joseph lovingly surround Baby Jesus. Shepherds and villagers approach the newborn Savior, animals rest peacefully nearby, angels proclaim the Good News, and the Three Kings arrive to worship the Christ Child.

Together, these richly detailed figures create a Nativity filled with movement, character, faith, and storytelling—a display that invites you to look closer and discover another detail each time.

A Complete 16-Piece Fontanini Nativity Collection

This Masterpiece Set brings together an impressive assortment of beloved characters and animals from the Fontanini 5" Collection, including:

• Mary
• Joseph
• Baby Jesus
• Melchior – King
• Balthazar – King
• Gaspar – King
• Two Angels
• Matthew – Shepherd
• David – Carrying a Lantern
• Rachel – Village Girl
• Three Sheep
• Seated Ox
• Seated Donkey

The figures surround a beautiful Italian stable handcrafted from natural wood, moss, and bark, creating an authentic Old World setting worthy of this expansive Nativity scene.

For someone who wants more than a simple starter Nativity, Fontanini #54492 provides an extraordinary foundation from the very first Christmas.

The Holy Family at the Heart of Bethlehem

Every great Nativity begins at the manger.

Mary's tenderness, Joseph's devotion, and the humble Christ Child form the spiritual center of this Fontanini display. But surrounding them are the people and animals whose stories help us imagine the wonder of that Holy Night.

Matthew represents the shepherds who hurried from the fields.

David carries his lantern, evoking the journey through the darkness toward the newborn Savior.

Rachel brings the life of the village into the story.

The sheep, ox, and donkey add warmth and peacefulness to the stable.

Above and around the scene, the angels proclaim the joyous news.

And the Three Kings—Melchior, Balthazar, and Gaspar—bring the majesty of their long journey to Bethlehem.

It is this combination of sacred figures and everyday characters that makes a large Fontanini Nativity so captivating. Instead of simply seeing a manger, you begin to imagine an entire village gathering around the miracle of Christmas.

A Hand-Assembled Italian Stable Made with Natural Materials

The centerpiece of the setting is a substantial 17"W x 12"H x 9"D Italian stable, hand-assembled using natural wood, moss, and bark.

Its exposed timbers, rustic textures, and natural materials create the appearance of a humble Bethlehem shelter and provide a beautiful contrast to the richly painted figures.

Because the stable is hand-assembled in Italy using natural materials, slight variations from one stable to another are normal and are part of its handcrafted character. Those variations help make each display feel individual rather than mass-produced.

A package of loose moss is also included, allowing you to arrange additional natural texture around the bases of the figures and personalize your Bethlehem setting.

It is a wonderful finishing detail for collectors who enjoy creating their own Nativity landscape.

Made in Italy – The Fontanini Tradition

The Fontanini figures in this collection are made in Italy and hand-painted, carrying forward the artistry that has made Fontanini a beloved name among Nativity collectors.

Crafted from Fontanini's durable polymer, the figures combine detailed sculpting with a material designed to withstand years of seasonal display and careful handling.

Their expressive faces, flowing garments, natural poses, and warm Old World palette give every character a distinct personality.

That is especially noticeable in a collection of this size.

Arrange all 16 figures together and the result is not simply Christmas décor—it becomes a scene filled with individual stories.

An Heirloom-Quality Nativity for the Center of Christmas

The 16 Piece Masterpiece Nativity Set #54492 is an exceptional choice for families who want to establish a substantial Nativity tradition from the beginning.

It is equally well suited to experienced collectors looking for a complete, coordinated centerpiece.

At approximately 17 inches wide and 12 inches high, the Italian stable has enough presence to become the focal point of a mantel, console table, Nativity cabinet, Christmas display table, or area beneath the Christmas tree.

The variety of included figures also gives you tremendous flexibility when arranging the scene.

Place the Holy Family inside the stable.

Position the animals close to the manger.

Arrange Matthew, David, and Rachel approaching from different directions.

Place the angels above or near the stable.

Then position the Three Kings farther from the manger to suggest that their journey is still unfolding.

The result can be different every Christmas.

A Magnificent Christmas or Family Gift

For a truly memorable Christmas gift, few things compare with giving someone the beginning of an heirloom Nativity collection.

This Masterpiece Set is especially meaningful for:

• Families establishing a major Christmas tradition
• Newlyweds beginning their life together
• Parents giving an heirloom Nativity to adult children
• Grandparents beginning a collection for future generations
• Experienced Fontanini collectors
• Catholic and Christian households seeking a Christ-centered Christmas display
• Someone who has always dreamed of owning a Fontanini Nativity
• Milestone Christmas, wedding, anniversary, or housewarming gifts

And unlike a decoration that is complete the day it is purchased, a Fontanini Nativity offers something wonderful for future Christmases:

the opportunity to keep building.

Your Bethlehem Can Continue to Grow

Even with 16 beautifully coordinated figures, this Masterpiece Nativity can be only the beginning.

Because Item #54492 belongs to the Fontanini 5" Collection, you can continue expanding Bethlehem year after year.

Add more shepherds tending larger flocks.

Extend the Three Kings' journey with camels and caravan figures.

Bring additional villagers, craftsmen, merchants, and children into the streets.

Add wells, market stalls, walls, fences, bridges, and pathways.

Create depth with palm trees, cypress trees, rocks, and landscaping.

Then surround the stable with Fontanini buildings to transform the scene into an entire village.

Every new piece gives you another character, another setting, and another part of the story to tell.

Product Details

• Product: 16 Piece Masterpiece Nativity Figure Set with Italian Stable
• Brand: Fontanini / House of Fontanini
• Item Number: 54492
• UPC: 089945371277
• Collection: Fontanini 5" Nativity Collection
• Scale: 5 Inch
• Figures: 16-piece figure assortment
• Characters: Holy Family, Three Kings, Two Angels, Matthew, David, Rachel, Three Sheep, Seated Ox, and Seated Donkey
• Figure Material: Durable polymer
• Stable Material: Natural wood, moss, and bark
• Stable Dimensions: Approximately 17"W x 12"H x 9"D
• Stable: Hand-assembled in Italy
• Figures: Made in Italy and hand-painted
• Included Accessory: Loose moss for decorating around figure bases
• Introduced: 2008
• Expandable: Coordinates with additional Fontanini 5" figures, animals, buildings, and accessories
• Craftsmanship Note: Natural materials and hand assembly mean slight variations in the stable are normal and contribute to its individual character

The Fontanini Tradition Since 1908

The Fontanini Nativity tradition began more than a century ago in Bagni di Lucca, Italy, nestled among the beautiful hills of Tuscany.

In 1908, Emanuele Fontanini opened his first shop, establishing the family business that would grow from humble beginnings into a world-renowned creator of Nativity figures and religious art.

Generation after generation, the Fontanini family continued that tradition.

Fontanini figures became treasured for their lifelike sculpting, expressive faces, historically inspired clothing, beautiful hand-painted details, and durable polymer construction.

The figures are meticulously sculpted, molded, and hand-painted by skilled artisans through a multi-generational, family-guided process—creating Nativity pieces intended not only to be admired, but collected, enjoyed, and passed from one generation to another.

More than a century after Emanuele Fontanini opened that first shop, families around the world continue to bring out their Fontanini Nativities each Christmas.

And every collection tells its own story.

House of Fontanini – Where the Tradition Continues

Today, House of Fontanini.Com is proud to help carry that extraordinary tradition forward.

For more than 25 years, our locally owned small business has served Fontanini collectors through retail and e-commerce sales direct to the consumer from our Minnesota warehouse.

We help families find the Holy Family that begins their collection, the long-awaited character that completes a scene, and the buildings, animals, trees, stables, and accessories that transform individual figures into an entire Bethlehem village.

Because we don't simply sell Fontanini.

We love Fontanini.

We understand that the real value of a Fontanini Nativity isn't measured only by the number of pieces in the collection.

It's found in the memories attached to them.

The figure received from a grandparent.

The Wise Man added for a child's first Christmas.

The building discovered years later.

The stable that becomes the centerpiece of Christmas every December.

That's why our mission at House of Fontanini remains:

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

Make the 16 Piece Masterpiece Nativity Figure Set with Italian Stable #54492 the heart of your Christmas tradition, then shop Fontanini at House of Fontanini for additional figures, animals, buildings, landscaping, and accessories to continue building your Bethlehem for generations.

Begin with a masterpiece. Build a tradition. Tell His Story.