Jiries Faqqouseh

Mr. Jiries Faqqouseh is a 53-year-old Palestinian craftsman from Bethlehem. He has been working in the olive wood industry for nearly 28 years.  Having learned this craft from members of his family, who passed it down through three generations, and still developing. He also owns a private factory where he produces handicrafts that reflect our cultural and religious heritage  which  contributes to conveying Palestinian history and culture  to other countries. His products mainly include  the Nativity scenes and the miracles performed by Jesus Christ in Palestine. Mr. Faqqouseh combines traditional skill with artistic flair in designing his products and is committed to developing and preserving this craft.