Folk Art Retablo Peruvian Nativity Scene, "Chapel of Santa Ana"
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Colorful doors open on to the Chapel of Santa Ana, where expressive figures celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. Alejandro Chavez portrays his characters in traditional Andean attire, as a sense of divine luminosity gracefully descends upon the scene. This form of Peruvian folk art is known as the retablo, especially characteristic of the Ayacucho region. The wooden frame is crafted by hand, while the artisan fills the shelves with tiny ceramic figures painted to joyous perfection.
- 0.56 kgs
- 1.2 lbs
- 22.5 cm H x 12 cm W x 6 cm D
- 8.75" H x 4.7" W x 2.4" D
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Anne
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06/16/2016
"Beautiful"
THis adds a splash of color to my nativity scene, and I love it because it is different than the standard scene set up.
Best Uses
- Adds a different cultural flavor
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Florence
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11/28/2021
"I love this colorful retablo"
I ve always wanted one of these colorful retablos and am so happy I waited for this one. Love Alejandro s work and just purchased another. Thank you and blessings to you and yours.
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Anna
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04/27/2021
"Beautiful!"
Gorgeous piece! Great craftsmanship!
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Pamela
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02/10/2020
"this was bought for my granddaughter"
its stunning,love the colours and the workmanship is wonderful.i would fully recommend this piece to anyone....
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Jim
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09/28/2017
"Beautiful Piece"
We loved our time in Peru we wanted more of their art and culture in our house. My wife loves how beautiful it is and how well made it is (we have very little kids).
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Gift Occasion:
- This was a gift for: Wife
- Occasion: 'just because'
Greg
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02/16/2024
"Looks Great in my updated bathroom"
There is an amazing amount of detali in this little mirror. I recently painted and replaced the sink with a Mexican tile backsplash and this sweet little detail fits in perfectly.
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- Bringing warmth and charm to your place
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Laurence
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01/05/2024
"A bright touch of beauty and soul!"
I have now three nativities made by Alejandroand I love every single one!!!!This one found a perfect place in my home and give me joyevery day!
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Nativity Reflection, Nativity-Themed Wood and Ceramic Wall Mirror from Peru
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Gail
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09/30/2023
"Will brighten their Christmas"
Bought as a gift and they loved it. Thank you.
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Richard
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09/15/2023
"Amazing!"
The photos don t do it justice. Amazing. If there are any available, order while you can. Everyone who has seen this frame has commented on how great it is.
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Joel
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07/13/2023
"Absolutely amazing"
For the price, the quality of work is unbelievable.
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Ayantika
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06/16/2023
"This is awesome and so detailed"
Love, love, love this Mirror-retablo. Its one of my prized possession. Its so detailed, I have always been drawn to peruvian retablos and this artpeice fulfills being a mirror as well as a retablo. I just wish it was a tad-bit larger in size.
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"Over the years, I perfected my abilities and became a master retablo craftsman. In some, I depict Biblical scenes and, in others, everyday life in the Andes."
Alejandro Chavez was born in Lima in 1956. He specializes in creating retablos, a kind of reverent diorama-altar typical of the Ayacucho region of... read more