18th-century Neapolitan Nativity in Bishop Auckland
Bishop Auckland is the only place in the UK where visitors can see an elaborate 18th-century Neapolitan nativity scene from Naples this Christmas season, featuring more than 400 finely crafted figures.
The scene is displayed at Auckland Palace, adding a distinctive historical and artistic highlight to the festive programme in the town.
Features of the nativity display
- The nativity is an 18th-century work created in Naples, known for its detailed and expressive figures.
- The installation includes over 400 individually made characters, each contributing to a rich depiction of traditional Nativity and everyday Neapolitan life.
- It forms part of the Christmas event at Auckland Palace, where rooms and chapels are decorated for the season.
Bishop Auckland will be the only place in the UK where people can see an elaborate 18th-century nativity scene from Naples this festive season, comprising over 400 intricately crafted figures.
Context within Christmas events
The Neapolitan nativity is shown alongside other seasonal decorations in the palace’s state rooms, chapel and private apartments, which are transformed for Christmas. This combination of historic interior, festive decor and the rare Neapolitan set offers visitors a distinctive cultural and spiritual experience during the holidays.
Author’s summary
A unique 18th‑century Neapolitan nativity with 400+ figures is the centrepiece of Auckland Palace’s Christmas in Bishop Auckland, the only UK venue to host it this season.
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