By Emily
Wow wow wow! I received the nativity yesterday and I love it more than I thought I would (and I had high hopes). It is beautiful and well made. Each piece is small enough to separately fit in my hand and together they fill the space I have created for them just right. Thank you so much! I am very glad that I discovered Novica.
By Kay H.
This nativity set is absolutely gorgeous! I purchased it as a gift for my Bolivian "family". I cannot wait to take it to them and see their reaction! I am so excited to have a gift that all of them can enjoy. I appreciate that a nativity set is an important part of the Bolivian Christmas traditions which makes this gift even more special. I know that the kids in the Casa that my church supports will cherish it. Jose did a beautiful job. I love how this set is a work of art appealing especially to the young adults yet the little ones can safely handle it without fear of it breaking. I may have to order another nativity set created by Jose for myself ï?Š
By Paul
Joses work is truly art! I ordered the nativity Set as a surprise for my wife. She loves it! If you are looking for a family heirloom, please consider his carvings! Im certain they will become a family tradition to have on your mantle-place or around a Christmas tree every year!
"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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