Handmade Folk Art Retablo Sculpture of the Virgen del Carmen, "Our Lady of Mount Carmel"
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Wearing an elaborate crown, Our Lady of Mount Carmel extends her arms in benediction. Alejandro Chávez portrays the Madonna named for Mount Carmel in the Holy Land, where a chapel was built in her honor before her assumption into heaven. In 1251, she appeared in England, offering favors and protection to those who wear her scapular. Also known as Immaculate Virgin and Star of the Sea, she inspired the Carmelite order.
Known as a retablo, this traditional diorama is housed in a colorful chest crafted of wood and painted. Chávez carefully models each figure and paints them by hand.
- 0.47 kgs
- 1.0 lbs
- 23.5 cm H x 13.5 cm W x 8.5 cm D
- 9.25" H x 5.25" W x 3.3" D
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gloria devargas
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06/16/2016
"exquisite!"
my first retablo; in love with this Andes folk art!
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Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Handmade Folk Art Retablo Sculpture of the Virgen del Carmen
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Gerard
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01/31/2023
"Beautiful Retablo"
The retablo is well designed and painted. It is a beautiful addition to the house.
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Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Handmade Folk Art Retablo Sculpture of the Virgen del Carmen
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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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Little Carnival, Folk Art Wood Photo Frame (3.5x5)
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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