Christmas 1999 Ice and Snow Sculptures

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The breathtaking beauty of a truly outstanding snow sculpture is seen in this carving. Mary and Joseph seem so lifelike you half expected them to turn and greet you. The sculpture depicts Joseph looking down at Mary as she cuddles baby Jesus in her arms. The Dove of Peace keeps watch.

A trio of carved snow candles on a pedestal decorate the lawn of this house. To give an idea of the size of these candles, there is not a downward incline from the candles to the house. Behind the middle candle you can see Christmas lights outlining the picture window of the carver's home; the edge of the front door is barely visible just behind the candle to the left. Above the tip of each candle's flame is the beginning of the second story windows.