What are Olive Tree Creations?
The use of olive tree wood dates back thousands of years. The manufacturing of products first appeared with the arrival of pilgrims from abroad to the Holy Land. They came to visit the Church of the Holy Sepulcher in Jerusalem and the Church of Nativity in Bethlehem. According to history, fifteenth century artists from Italy brought their skills and practices to Bethlehem, where the men quickly learned and excelled in the art. The art of carving is a very detailed and intricate process. After the olive wood is gathered, carvers cut the wood into smaller pieces. This way the carvers have more control over the wood when they begin carving. The carving process requires several stages, each of which are equally important to the final product. In the primary stage, the wood is carved into seemingly abstract, primary shapes. After the primary form has been created, gifted craftsmen carve the details such as faces and bodies. When the carvers have finished carving, sand paper is used to smoot
