This Nativity is a very sweet depiction of the birth of Jesus, appealing to children and adults alike. It is a welcome addition to my Christmas collection.
I love Peruvian art, especially Nativities and angels, and this one from Feriberto Aylas is one of the cutest ever. The colors are stunning, and the figure's faces are just perfect.
"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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