TheNeapolitan nativity scene is a representation of thebirth of Jesus traditionally set inNaples in the eighteenth century.[1]
The Neapolitan crib art has remained unchanged for centuries, becoming part of the most consolidated and followed Christmas traditions of the city. Famous in Naples, in fact, is the well-known via dei presepi (via San Gregorio Armeno) which offers a showcase of all the local crafts concerning the nativity scene. Moreover, there are numerous city and non-city museums (such as themuseum of San Martino or theRoyal Palace of Caserta) in which historical pieces or entire scenes set during the birth of Jesus are exhibited.[2]
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