Nativity Collection | Designed by Jan Simpich | Limited Production | Heirloom Condition
Quiet, reverent, and deeply human, The Woman at the Well is one of the most contemplative figures in the Simpich Nativity Collection. Designed by Jan Simpich, this piece captures a moment of everyday devotion—an ordinary task rendered extraordinary through compassion, humility, and grace.
Clad in softly textured earth-toned garments, the figure is defined by her gentle posture and understated elegance. A gauze-like veil drapes naturally over her shoulders, framing a serene, introspective expression that feels both timeless and intimate. Cradled in her arm is a simple water vessel, a powerful symbol of sustenance, service, and life itself—central themes woven throughout Jan’s Nativity designs.
What makes The Woman at the Well especially compelling is its quiet realism. Rather than depicting a grand or celestial presence, Jan chose to honor the sacredness found in daily life. The careful sculpting of the hands, the subtle movement suggested in her stance, and the warm, hand-painted tones of her face all reflect the thoughtful restraint that defined Jan’s later work.
This piece was produced in limited numbers and is increasingly difficult to find, particularly in this level of preservation. Offered here in Heirloom Condition, it has been carefully maintained and remains a beautiful example of the craftsmanship and reverence that defined the Simpich workshop.
A meaningful addition to any Nativity display, The Woman at the Well brings depth, humanity, and quiet storytelling—reminding us that the heart of the Nativity is found not only in angels and kings, but in the lives of ordinary people touched by something extraordinary.
Nativity Collection | Designed by Jan Simpich | Limited Production | Heirloom Condition
Quiet, reverent, and deeply human, The Woman at the Well is one of the most contemplative figures in the Simpich Nativity Collection. Designed by Jan Simpich, this piece captures a moment of everyday devotion—an ordinary task rendered extraordinary through compassion, humility, and grace.
Clad in softly textured earth-toned garments, the figure is defined by her gentle posture and understated elegance. A gauze-like veil drapes naturally over her shoulders, framing a serene, introspective expression that feels both timeless and intimate. Cradled in her arm is a simple water vessel, a powerful symbol of sustenance, service, and life itself—central themes woven throughout Jan’s Nativity designs.
What makes The Woman at the Well especially compelling is its quiet realism. Rather than depicting a grand or celestial presence, Jan chose to honor the sacredness found in daily life. The careful sculpting of the hands, the subtle movement suggested in her stance, and the warm, hand-painted tones of her face all reflect the thoughtful restraint that defined Jan’s later work.
This piece was produced in limited numbers and is increasingly difficult to find, particularly in this level of preservation. Offered here in Heirloom Condition, it has been carefully maintained and remains a beautiful example of the craftsmanship and reverence that defined the Simpich workshop.
A meaningful addition to any Nativity display, The Woman at the Well brings depth, humanity, and quiet storytelling—reminding us that the heart of the Nativity is found not only in angels and kings, but in the lives of ordinary people touched by something extraordinary.
