Rug Merchant Shop Village Bundle – Fontanini® 5" Bethlehem Collection

Brand: House of Fontanini • Part #: RS-TH

Create a vibrant marketplace scene in your Bethlehem village with the Rug Merchant Shop Village Bundle for the Fontanini® 5" Nativity Collection. This thoughtfully curated set brings together beautifully crafted pieces that capture the color, commerce, and character of the bustling streets of Bethlehem.

At the center of the scene stands the Rug Merchant Shop (Item #55638), a charming marketplace structure adorned with rolled carpets, patterned textiles, and a stone-like façade that reflects the architecture of ancient village markets. Decorative rugs drape across the shop entrance and along the walls, showcasing rich colors and intricate patterns that draw the eye and add authenticity to your nativity display.

Completing the scene is Thomas the Rug Merchant (Item #75510), a detailed 5" scale figure presenting his finely woven rugs to passersby. Draped with textiles across his shoulder and arm, Thomas appears mid-gesture as if proudly offering his goods in the marketplace. His layered robes in warm cream and olive tones, accented with a rose-colored sash and turban, reflect the cultural richness of the era and bring life and motion to the village scene.

This bundle is designed to make it easy for collectors to create a complete Bethlehem marketplace vignette with pieces that naturally complement each other. Each item in the set is individually boxed, making it ideal for collectors, gift giving, or anyone looking to expand their Fontanini village with a coordinated display.

The Fontanini Nativity tradition began more than a century ago in Bagni di Lucca, Italy, nestled in the hills of Tuscany when Emanuele Fontanini opened his first shop in 1908. From those humble beginnings, the Fontanini family has grown into a world-renowned creator of heirloom-quality nativity sets and figurines. Each piece is meticulously sculpted, molded from durable materials, and hand-painted by skilled artisans in a multi-generational family-guided process.

Today that cherished tradition continues at HouseOfFontanini.com, where for more than 25 years our Minnesota-based small business has proudly helped families and collectors build their nativity villages. We don’t just sell Fontanini—we love it. From our warehouse in the North Star State we proudly live out our mission:

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

Whether you are beginning your Bethlehem village or adding depth to an existing display, this curated set makes it easy to shop Fontanini and build a beautiful marketplace scene. Many collectors trust House of Fontanini as their go-to Fontanini outlet for authentic nativity pieces that help bring the story of Christmas to life.

Bundle Includes

• Rug Merchant Shop – Item #55638

  • Hand-painted resin structure

  • Decorative rugs and stacked textiles

  • Stone-style marketplace façade

  • Dimensions: 6"W × 8"H

• Thomas the Rug Merchant Figurine – Item #75510

  • 5" scale Fontanini figure

  • Made in Italy, hand crafted and hand painted

  • Detailed robes, turban, and draped rugs

  • Designed to pair perfectly with the Rug Merchant Shop

Product Features

• Designed for the Fontanini 5" Nativity Village Collection

• Curated marketplace scene for Bethlehem displays

• Each piece individually boxed

• Authentic Italian craftsmanship from Fontanini

• Perfect for collectors building a detailed nativity village

Add color, culture, and marketplace life to your Bethlehem village with this beautifully coordinated Fontanini bundle.