Gabriel, Shepherd

House of Fontanini – Item #72171

Bring reverence and meaning to your larger-scale Nativity with Gabriel the Shepherd from the Fontanini® 12" Collection. Thoughtfully sculpted and hand-painted in Italy, this beautifully detailed figure represents the humble shepherds who lived and worked on the outskirts of Bethlehem — chosen to receive the first joyful announcement of Christ’s birth.

Gabriel is depicted in a symbolic and tender pose, carrying a lamb across his shoulders. This deliberate design reflects the shepherd’s calling to protect, guide, and care for his flock. His youthful expression, rustic garments, and lifelike detailing capture both innocence and responsibility beyond his years. Shown mid-step, Gabriel appears to be making his way toward Bethlehem, drawn by the angels’ proclamation to witness the newborn King.

Crafted of durable polymer and meticulously finished by skilled Italian artisans, this heirloom-quality figure adds depth, authenticity, and spiritual meaning to any 12" scale Nativity display.

Product Details:

• Item Number: 72171

• UPC: 089945373059

• Collection: Fontanini® 12" Scale

• Material: Durable Polymer

• Size: 12" Scale

• Made in Italy

• Hand sculpted and hand painted

The Fontanini Nativity tradition carried on at HouseofFontanini.com began over 100 years ago in Bagni di Lucca, Italy, in the hills of Tuscany by Emanuele Fontanini. Since opening his first shop in 1908, the Fontanini family has grown from humble beginnings into a world-renowned creator of heirloom-quality Nativity figures.

Each piece is carefully sculpted, molded, and hand-painted through a multi-generational, family-guided process. Today, House of Fontanini proudly continues this tradition through retail and e-commerce sales direct to collectors.

For over 25 years, we have been a locally owned small business that not only sells Fontanini — but truly loves it. From our Minnesota warehouse, we live by our mission:

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