Mantitas Peruvian Nativity Set — 8 Pieces, 5 cm, Ayacucho Style

What if Christmas became a real cultural journey? This 8-piece nativity set, shaped and painted entirely by hand, carries the softness, color, and soul of the Andean highlands.

Each figure, up to 5 cm tall, is gently modeled in clay and hand-painted by artisans working in the style associated with Ayacucho — round, expressive features known as "mantitas," giving the whole scene a joyful, universal warmth. Mary, Joseph, and the shepherds wear traditional Peruvian hats, while Jesus, the donkey, and the cow complete a scene that celebrates Christmas from an Andean point of view.

Why You'll Love It
— A distinctive, tender folk-art style — soft, round features found only in this set
— No two pieces are perfectly alike — genuinely handmade character
— Set of 8 hand-painted clay figurines, made in small batches in Peru — no two pieces are perfectly identical.
— A thoughtful gift for anyone drawn to world cultures

Perfect For
— A table centerpiece, shelf display, or holiday collection
— Gifting to someone who appreciates handmade, story-rich objects
— Adding warmth to a modern or minimalist holiday decor

Product Details
— Material: Hand-molded and hand-painted fired clay (terracotta), made in Peru.
— Height: up to 5 cm per figure
— Set of 8 pieces: Mary, Joseph, the shepherds, Baby Jesus, the donkey, and the cow
— Origin: handmade in Peru, in the Ayacucho "mantitas" tradition

Care & Maintenance
A decorative, non-washable piece. Dust gently with a soft, dry cloth. Keep away from direct water exposure and prolonged humidity to preserve the hand-painted finish.

Worldwide Shipping
We ship from France to the whole world. Each piece is carefully packaged for safe transit. Wholesale available depending on stock — contact us.

Why Zia's Beauties
We work in direct collaboration with Peruvian artisans — Mantitas is the kind of piece that reminds us why that matters.

Patricia, founder of Zia's Beauties
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What does "Mantitas" mean?
It names the round, soft, expressive facial style used in this set, associated with the Ayacucho clay figurine tradition.

How tall are the pieces?
Up to 5 cm per figure.

What is it made of?
Hand-molded, hand-painted fired clay (terracotta), made in Peru.

Is every piece identical?
No — because each is shaped by hand, small variations are part of its character.

Do you ship internationally?
Yes, from France to the whole world.