Fair Trade Nativity Scene Retablo Wood Sculpture, "Jesus Spoke of Peace"
Celebrating a joyous occasion, this nativity scene reveals Alejandro Chávez's artistry. Joseph, Mary and the three kings look upon the baby Jesus while the animals kneel in awe. Known as a retablo, this traditional diorama is housed in a colorful chest crafted of wood and painted. Chávez carefully models each figure and paints them by hand.
- 0.27 kgs
- 0.6 lbs
- 14.5 cm H x 15 cm W x 5.5 cm D
- 5.75" H x 6" W x 2.2" D
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Elizabeth
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05/10/2022
"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!
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- Christmas Decoration
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Constell
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10/22/2020
"Rustic retablo"
This was a bit more rustic and chunky than I anticipated (crooked doors, not finely carved or painted), and the colors were not as attractive as pictured. I have come to have very high expectations of Novica products, and this was just average in quality.
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- Christmas decor
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Lemuel
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05/05/2020
"Rustic, Simple & Beautiful!"
This beautiful retablo is not too elaborate. I love the simplicity and the opaque colors. Makes me think of an old cherished heirloom that you could find in your grandmas house, antique shop or an old church. Even though its a Christmas scene, I have it displayed all year round. Why not?
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Laura
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01/05/2020
"A Perfect Gift!"
I purchased this as a gift for a friend who collects nativity scenes. He loves it! The carvings and paint work are beautiful! I would purchase again.
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Jodi
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12/25/2019
"Wow!"
I received this item via FedEx very promptly and when I took it out of the shipping box it was so special already. The wrapping paper was special and there was a tiny figurine attached to the bow. So special I decided to wait until Christmas Eve to open it. The packing absolutely the best. The personal postcard signed by the artist, unbelievable. I have ordered a few things from Novica now and people compliment them all the time. I proudly tell them where its from and recommend the site. This most recent purchase will be with my family forever and it is so special and beautiful. Thank you
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Pam
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12/09/2018
"Love it but it is MUCH smaller than expected!"
Got this nativity for my son who visited Peru this year. It is really cool but I have to say- it is so small. My fault Im sure for not paying better attention. In the pics it just appears to be bigger. That aside, the colors are vibrant and it has a quaint feeling to it as well. I think hell love it!
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Gerard
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01/31/2023
"Beautiful Retablo"
The retablo is well designed and painted. It is a beautiful addition to the house.
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Sarah
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12/31/2022
"Special Keepsake"
This is a well made unique piece. I love the design of it.
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Blue Nativity, Handmade Wood Retablo Diorama Peruvian Folk Art
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Paula
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10/19/2022
"Beautiful!"
This is the third piece I have bought from Alejandro Chavez. His retablos are so detailed and exquisitely made. After my brother saw my Little Carnival retablo he wanted one. So I purchased the Fiesta in My Homeland for him as an early Christmas gift. Needless to say...he loves it!
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Fiesta in My Homeland, Mirror
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Gift Occasion:
- This was a gift for: Brother
- Occasion: Christmas

Paul
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10/12/2022
"Alejandro Chavez"
Alejandro Chavez Work is wonderful!
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Paul
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09/01/2022
"Brilliant Artist"
I am adding my fourth Alejandro Chavez Retablo to my collection because each one is filled with love and beauty and whenever I view them they always bring a smile to my face. Stunning hand wrought figures.
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Barbara
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07/05/2022
"Collectors item"
Sophisticated folk art.
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Eden Reflection, Wood Nativity Retablo Wall Mirror from Peru
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