Received my nativity set today in perfect condition. It is absolutely exquisite! The craftsmanship is outstanding! I am a collector of nativities from my travels around the world (have around 50) and I have nothing like this hand-carved set. It is petite and lovely. What makes it even more special is its long journey to reach my doorstep. I have made several trips to Guatemala, but found nothing like this while I was there. Thank you, Jose for a job well done! I will treasure this nativity set.
By STEPHEN
This is the fifth retablo by one of my favorite artists Erika Ulloa. Not only is the retablo Beautifully detailed, but the box that houses the diorama is SO BEAUTIFULLY decorated with vivid colorful flowers. Magnificent!!!!
By Pamela
This piece is so big and is an amazing piece of artwork. I unpacked this well wrapped piece and just stared at all the work that has gone into making this piece. Every one of the dolls are handmade and have such character.
"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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