Capiz Shell Nativity, Philippines

Capiz Shell Nativity
Philippines

A beautiful Capiz shell and wire nativity hand-painted in beautiful bright colors.

• Capiz shell and metal wire

• 1 Piece, 5.5" T x 8.75" W x 4" D
  

• Philippines

Capiz is the thin shell of a marine mollusk. First artisans wash and soak shells. After the shells have dried, they are cut into shapes and edged with metal wire. A finishing coat of varnish completes this labor-intensive process. Before glass windows became available in the Philippines, capiz was used for windows in houses.