wood carving (15 items)
Holy Birth
Handcrafted Wood Nativity Religious Sculpture
Holy Birth, Handcrafted Wood Nativity Religious Sculpture
Francis Agbete
Francis Agbete sets the birth of Jesus in an African palm house. Carved by hand from kapok wood, this charming nativity scene depicts the Holy Family in traditional Ghanaian dress. The Three Kings... read more£169.83Artist: Francis Agbete
Ayacucho Carnival
Andean Retablo Depicting the Annual Ayacucho Carnival
Ayacucho Carnival, Andean Retablo Depicting the Annual Ayacucho Carnival
Jesus Urbano
Although not as well known as those in Rio de Janeiro and other major cities, many traditional towns and villages in Latin America have their own versions of Carnival. Peruvian Jesus Urbano depicts... read more£103.89Artist: Jesus Urbano
Nuptials
Wedding-Themed Ceramic & Wood Retablo Hand-Painted in Peru
Nuptials, Wedding-Themed Ceramic & Wood Retablo Hand-Painted in Peru
Erika Ulloa
Painted and crafted by hand from ceramic, MDF and faux leather hinges, this colourful retablo depicts a traditional Andean wedding scene with a touch of humor as the cake features a groom figurine... read more£111.88Artist: Erika Ulloa
Danza de las Tijeras
Tornillo Wood Dance-Themed Retablo by Peruvian Artisans
Danza de las Tijeras, Tornillo Wood Dance-Themed Retablo by Peruvian Artisans
Julio Gallardo
A band plays alongside a scissors dancer within this retablo from Peru. Crafting his subjects from plaster of Paris within a tornillo wood box, Julio Gallardo reflects on one of this country's most... read more£113.88Artist: Julio Gallardo
Calavera Wedding
Wedding-Themed Wood and Ceramic Retablo from Peru
Calavera Wedding, Wedding-Themed Wood and Ceramic Retablo from Peru
Julio Gallardo
Crafted from wood and painted by hand with colourful floral motifs, this traditional retablo from Peru is created by Julio Gallardo. Opening with brass hinges, the doors reveal an intricate... read more£122.87Artist: Julio Gallardo
Grant Us Peace
Ceramic & Wood Religious Scene Retablo Hand-Painted in Peru
Grant Us Peace, Ceramic & Wood Religious Scene Retablo Hand-Painted in Peru
Erika Ulloa
This breathtaking retablo depicts a traditional nativity scene in which Peruvian designer Erika Ulloa incorporates soldiers and animals doing humanitarian work to convey a message of unity for peace.... read more£108.89Artist: Erika Ulloa
colourful Night
Ceramic and Wood Festival Retablo Hand-Painted in Peru
colourful Night, Ceramic and Wood Festival Retablo Hand-Painted in Peru
Erika Ulloa
Inspired by the festival honouring the Virgin of Candelaria, this exquisite retablo features figurines wearing colourful masks and musicians who happily celebrate this tradition typical of the Cusco... read more£108.89Artist: Erika Ulloa
Animal Orchestra
Whimsical Hand-Painted Wood and Ceramic Retablo from Peru
Animal Orchestra, Whimsical Hand-Painted Wood and Ceramic Retablo from Peru
Erika Ulloa
Energetic and raucous, a band of different animals with bulging eyes gathers together as they play music on traditional Andean instruments as well as more mainstream instruments. Peruvian artisan... read more£103.89Artist: Erika Ulloa
colourful Marketplace
colourful Wood and Ceramic Retablo of Weavers at Market
colourful Marketplace, colourful Wood and Ceramic Retablo of Weavers at Market
Julio Gallardo
This beautiful retablo depicts a lively market scene exploding with colour. Peruvian artisan Julio Gallardo handcrafts the retablo frame from tornillo wood and paints it a creamy pale yellow with bold... read more£122.87Artist: Julio Gallardo
Countryside Women
Ceramic and Wood Andean Women Retablo Hand-Painted in Peru
Countryside Women, Ceramic and Wood Andean Women Retablo Hand-Painted in Peru
Erika Ulloa
This is a very picturesque retablo of a typical scene of the Andes where women work to contribute to their families and the education of their children. Here they are seen collecting flowers and... read more£103.89Artist: Erika Ulloa
United for Peace
Handcrafted Traditional Retablo of Soldiers Asking for Peace
United for Peace, Handcrafted Traditional Retablo of Soldiers Asking for Peace
Erika Ulloa
"This work is my own vision of world peace, and also how I portray that message to the world through my art. Through this altarpiece, I want to convey the importance of seeing ourselves as... read more£127.87Artist: Erika Ulloa
Afterlife Canteen
Hand-Painted Ceramic Day of the Dead Style Retablo from Peru
Afterlife Canteen, Hand-Painted Ceramic Day of the Dead Style Retablo from Peru
Jose Ramos
This vibrant retablo showcases a group of skeletons that rise from their eternal dreams and return for a night of earthly pleasures, eating, drinking and celebrating their lives and memories. Evoking... read more£132.86Artist: Jose Ramos
Andean Mask Shop
Hand-Painted Ceramic Mask-Themed Retablo from Peru
Andean Mask Shop, Hand-Painted Ceramic Mask-Themed Retablo from Peru
Jose Ramos
Reflecting Peruvian carnival traditions, this fantastic retablo depicts a group of artisans peddling their handcrafted masks. Jose Ramos designs the festive retablo, crafted of wood with hand-painted... read more£177.82Artist: Jose Ramos
Carnival Mask Shop
Hand-Painted Ceramic Carnival Retablo from Peru
Carnival Mask Shop, Hand-Painted Ceramic Carnival Retablo from Peru
Jose Ramos
Evoking the Day of the Dead, this exciting retablo depicts a group of skeletons peddling their handcrafted carnival masks. Jose Ramos designs the diorama, crafting it of wood with hand-painted ceramic... read more£179.82Artist: Jose Ramos
Nativity in the Highlands
Handcrafted Christmas Manger Scene Retablo Diorama
Nativity in the Highlands, Handcrafted Christmas Manger Scene Retablo Diorama
Julio Gallardo
Watching over their tiny son, young Mary and Joseph are awestruck as they receive the visit of Andean shepherds. All wear the warm clothing of the Peruvian highlands. The Christmas star illuminates... read more£122.87Artist: Julio Gallardo