Seated Donkey - Fontanini® 20 Inch Masterpiece Collection

20" Scale Resting Donkey Figurine

House of Fontanini – Item #53433

Bring a spirit of quiet humility and faithful service to your Nativity display with the 20" Scale Resting Donkey by Fontanini. Revered in the Nativity story as the gentle animal that carried Mary to Bethlehem, the donkey holds a place of honor in the Christmas narrative. This beautifully sculpted figure captures that sacred role with lifelike realism and peaceful presence.

Expertly crafted in Italy, this 20-inch scale donkey is made from durable, marble-based resin and meticulously hand-painted by skilled artisans. Its textured fur, soft gaze, and natural resting posture evoke the calm stillness of the stable. Subtle shading and earthy tones of gray and brown enhance every fold and feature, creating remarkable depth and authenticity. Designed to complement other large-scale Fontanini figures, this piece adds warmth and balance to your Nativity village.

For over a century, the Fontanini family of Bagni di Lucca, Italy has created heirloom-quality Nativity pieces. Founded in 1908 by Emanuele Fontanini in the hills of Tuscany, the tradition continues through a multi-generational process of sculpting, molding, and hand-painting each figure with exceptional care.

At House of Fontanini, we are honored to carry on that tradition. For more than 25 years, our locally owned Minnesota small business has provided authentic Fontanini Italian Nativity pieces directly to collectors and families across the country. Our mission remains:

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

Product Details:

• Made in Italy by Fontanini

• 20" Scale

• Item #: 53433

• UPC: 089945534337

• Crafted from durable marble-based resin

• Features reclining donkey with detailed fur texture and peaceful expression

• Naturalistic tones and lifelike proportions

• Designed to complement other 20" scale Fontanini Nativity figures

A timeless addition to your large-scale Nativity scene, this resting donkey brings depth, reverence, and Old-World Italian craftsmanship to your Christmas display.

Please note, the larger Masterpiece Collection (18" to 70" pieces) is typically stocked, but due to the intricate details and highter cost, some items are on a special order basis.  Please allow up to 120 days for the item to be sent from the workshop in Tuscany.  If you would like to check the availability, call our Parish Sales department at 507-469-9659 or email us.  We will gladly check for you!