Gentle Animals of the Stable for The Christmas Story

Offering warmth, shelter, and peaceful presence to the miracle of Christmas.

Brand: Willow Tree® by DEMDACO
Part Number: 26206

Complete the majesty of The Christmas Story with Gentle Animals of the Stable, an elegant three-piece animal set created by renowned artist Susan Lordi exclusively for Willow Tree®'s largest-scale Nativity collection. Thoughtfully designed to accompany The Christmas Story (SKU 26173) and the dramatic 24-inch Sanctuary backdrop, these beautifully sculpted animals bring warmth, reverence, and quiet dignity to one of Christianity's most beloved scenes.

Unlike the animals in Willow Tree®'s classic Nativity collection, Gentle Animals of the Stable were sculpted specifically for the larger proportions of The Christmas Story, creating a perfectly balanced display that reflects both artistic harmony and biblical symbolism. Their peaceful gestures, graceful stance, and softly textured surfaces evoke the calm presence traditionally associated with the stable where Christ was born.

This beautifully coordinated set includes three hand-painted resin animals, each carefully sculpted with remarkable attention to texture and movement. Susan Lordi meticulously carved each surface to soften the appearance of resin, creating the illusion of wool, fur, and woven blankets through countless hand-carved details. The result is a collection of animals that feel gentle, welcoming, and alive with quiet reverence.

Susan Lordi describes the inspiration behind these beloved companions:

"I wanted these animals to have a calming, yet very stoic, elegant presence—by their gestures, their stance, the turn of their heads. I experimented with color and texture to give them a softness. I was interested in transforming a hard surface by carving and carving into it until it looked wooly or furry, or in the case of the donkey, had the clothlike surface of a blanket."

Together with Mary and Joseph from The Christmas Story, these gentle companions create a moving Nativity display that reflects humility, protection, and the peaceful stillness surrounding the birth of Christ. Displayed on the wooden base of the 24-inch Sanctuary backdrop, the complete collection becomes a breathtaking centerpiece for Christmas celebrations and treasured family traditions.

Beautifully hand-painted in warm, natural tones, the tallest animal stands approximately 5.5 inches high, creating the ideal scale for this heirloom-quality Nativity.

A Meaningful Gift For

• Christmas gifts
• Nativity collectors
• Family Christmas traditions
• Weddings
• Housewarming gifts
• Church displays
• Holiday decorating
• Willow Tree® collectors
• Faith-filled home décor
• Anniversary gifts
• Christmas heirlooms

Product Features

• Authentic Willow Tree® by DEMDACO designed by Susan Lordi
• Designed exclusively for The Christmas Story large-scale Nativity
• Complements Sanctuary 24-inch backdrop perfectly
• Three hand-painted resin stable animals
• Beautifully sculpted with lifelike carved textures
• Tallest figure measures approximately 5.5 inches
• Crafted from hand-painted resin
• Soft, earthy colors complement the larger Nativity figures
• Beautifully packaged in a Willow Tree® gift box
• Easy care—dust gently with a soft cloth or soft brush; avoid water and cleaning solvents

Whether completing The Christmas Story, beginning a treasured family Nativity tradition, or searching for a meaningful Christmas gift, Gentle Animals of the Stable adds warmth, authenticity, and peaceful beauty to the celebration of Christ's birth. Together, these elegant animals help create a breathtaking display that will become a cherished part of your Christmas season for generations to come.

Shop Willow Tree® and Buy Willow Tree® with confidence from Willow Creek Lane, proudly serving as an Authorized Willow Tree® Dealer for over 20 years. Discover authentic Willow Tree® Nativity collections, Christmas décor, inspirational figurines, and heirloom-quality keepsakes that celebrate faith, family, and the timeless story of Christmas.