Fontanini by Roman Sheep Nativity Figurine, 5-Piece, 5-Inch

This is a poor description.They are not the size as described.

If you're familiar with Fontanini Nativity figurines, you won't go wrong with this flock of sheep. They are exactly as pictured. Two reclining, one grazing, one just wandering around and one looking up and toward the side as if frightened/surprised by an angel or bright shining star. (That is my favorite one). I have the 5" scale creche with a lot of the shepherds and these fit right in. They appear a bit more brown/yellowish in the picture, but in reality they are more of a white - a dirty white as if they are white sheep who have traveled a long way in a lot of sand and dirt. I think they are just perfect and they add to my Nativity display so well, I'm going to treat myself to another set.I arrange this flock in front of/around my "Matthew" shepherd also from Fontanini and it couldn't look more 'right'. Matthew stands tall with a rescued lamb across his shoulders, his gaze is uplifted as if looking far away into the sky. So these 5 companions look exactly right with him. Some tired from travel, some bored, and one startled.I began my Fontanini collection the year I bought my first house; one piece per year because of the cost. That hasn't changed as these are expensive for plastic (my original 3 pieces - the Holy Family - are/were of a ceramic material) so I continue to treat myself once/year for a new figurine. I purchased the sheep this year because my shepherds were outnumbering the flock which didn't seem right. I'm eyeballing my purchase for next year already: I am just drooling over the exotic travel animals for the Magi all decked out in lavish costumes: camel, elephant and steed. Have to save my money though because that 'set' is probably more than all my 21 pieces combined!If you are familiar with Fontanini, you can't go wrong with this set. If you aren't, these sheep would look grand in any creche.Merry Christmas and God Bless.

These sheep really add to the ambiance of the nativity scene! I have been on the hunt for years to find a nativity set that was worthy of the hand carved stable my grandfather made for me. These Fontanini pieces are just the right size and absolutely beautiful! The detail is amazing. They appear to be made out of some sort of polymer which is perfect for me as I have two mischievous cats, but you would never know from outward appearances. They definitely look to be ceramic at first glance. I am looking forward to expanding my nativity set year after year with the numerous pieces that are available in the set.

Well made and perfect addition to Nativity

My mother in law bought me a nativity set years ago. Every year I add a new Fontanini piece to the nativity. The sheep are one of my favorite pieces to date. The quality of Fontanini is exceptional. The price is great. All 5 sheep are slightly different. The 3 that stand, stand with ease and never fall over. This is an exceptional piece to add to any collection.