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Ceramic nativity scene, 'Guinea Pig Christmas'
By Sally
Cui Welcomes Christmas
This is a totally adorable piece - makes everyone smile and of course, if you have been in Peru...the guinea pig has to be part of ones travel experience. It cannot help but bring a smile. The technical execution of the piece is superb but has the essence of the handmade crafts of the area.
Retablo, 'Jesus Spoke of Peace'
By Elizabeth
Perfect for Celebrating Christmas
Our youngest grandkids love this little all in one nativity.It is sturdy enough that they can handle it without the fear of them breaking it. We have cherished this for many years, and look forward to bringing it out for Christmas for many more years to come!
Wood retablo, 'Blue Andean Christmas'
By Janice
Cant wait to share with others
For past two years have hosted a Nativity Open House with depictions from many countries/cultures. I especially like the cultural reference of the hat shop below. Just as many of us learn the story of room made for the Holy Family in the animals shelter, this shows room made for the birth and adoration of Jesus where a family makes their livelihood.
Featured Artist
"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
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