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Berta Hummel Goebel nativity. From the Goebel website:

"The story begins on January 30th, 1871 with Franz Detleff and William Goebel, the founders of the company. They establish a factory "dedicated to the senses" (which later becomes a company slogan). William Goebel and his father Franz Detleff found "F. & W. Goebel". The first porcelain factory (which was later called "Wilhelmsfeld") opens in 1878 in Oeslau-Rodental near Coburg...

1935 Grandson Franz Goebel also proves to be a man of vision. An exclusive agreement with Sister Maria Innocentia Hummel and the Convent of Siessen grants Goebel the exclusive right to adapt the artist's drawings into three-dimensional porcelain figurines. The famous Hummel figurines are born and become a "million seller" in America. For many years Goebel has been know as the Hummelwerk". 

This sweet set has more figurines that are not pictured. It is a favorite of mine and needs to get unpacked soon. (L09.B56.R051.) 

This tiny Hummel stands not more than 2" tall. I have it displayed year round. I love that the little boy is playing with a nativity. 

(L10.B999.R03.)