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Facouseh olive wood Jesus bust with closed eyes and Crown of Thorns on a hexagonal mahogany base.
Close-up of Jesus’ peaceful face, closed eyes, carved beard, and Crown of Thorns in Bethlehem olive wood.
Intricately carved olive wood pedestal above a hexagonal mahogany base with a Facouseh workshop label.
Artisan hand-carving an olive wood sculpture, highlighting the refined detail of the Facouseh collection.
Facouseh olive wood art infographic highlighting Bethlehem heritage, sustainable sourcing, and hand-carved artistry.
Front view of the Facouseh Jesus bust with Crown of Thorns, displayed on a stone surface with Bethlehm Olive Grove behind.
Side profile of the olive wood Jesus bust showing the carved Crown of Thorns, flowing hair, and pedestal.
Rear view of the Facouseh Jesus bust showing the carved crown, flowing hair, and natural olive wood grain.
Opposite side profile of the hand-carved Jesus bust, showing facial contours, hair, and mahogany base.
Facouseh olive wood Jesus bust beside a ruler showing its overall height of 5.5 inches, including the base.
Facouseh olive wood Jesus bust beside a ruler showing its overall height of 5.5 inches, including the base.
Facouseh olive wood Jesus bust with closed eyes and Crown of Thorns on a hexagonal mahogany base.

Facouseh Olive Wood Jesus Bust with Crown of Thorns on Mahogany Base, 5.5 Inches

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With eyes gently closed and a peaceful expression, this hand-carved olive wood bust of Jesus offers a moving reflection on Christ’s suffering and love. Carefully shaped thorns, flowing hair, and finely carved facial features reveal the artistry of the Facouseh workshop in Bethlehem.


Standing 5.4 inches tall, the sculpture rests on an intricately carved olive wood pedestal and hexagonal mahogany base. The wood’s rich, swirling grain brings warmth and individual character to the carving—a meaningful piece for a prayer corner, mantel, bookshelf, or desk.


A Bethlehem carving legacy since 1958

Since 1958, the Facouseh family has elevated the art of olive wood carving. From their historic shop on Manger Street near the Church of the Nativity, Jeries Facouseh continues this tradition with his sons Jonathan, Andre, and Mark, alongside a skilled team of artisans. Traditional hand chisels and painstaking attention to detail transform carefully seasoned wood into expressive works of sacred art.


Authentic wood, thoughtfully sourced

Carved from 100% genuine Holy Land olive wood sourced exclusively from annual seasonal pruning of Bethlehem’s ancient olive orchards, this piece supports a tradition that preserves living trees. The wood is naturally dried and cured for years before carving to improve stability and reduce the risk of cracking. Each sculpture’s natural grain is unique, so no two carvings are identical.


  • Height: 5.4 inches overall

  • Materials: Holy Land olive wood with a hexagonal mahogany base

  • Origin: Hand-carved in Bethlehem by Facouseh artisans


A thoughtful devotional gift for Easter, a religious milestone, or someone drawn to the beauty and meaning of sacred art.

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