Alejandro Chávez crafts a mirror frame rooted in Andean tradition with four different vignettes. At the top, people harvest tunas, the red fruit of the prickly pear cactus. To the left, merchants offer warm blankets in a market stall and to the right they sell handcrafted masks. Used during the Carnival celebrations preceding Lent, the masks appear in an astonishing array of animals, human and fantasy faces. Along the bottom, dancers perform the Scissors Dance. Known as retablos, these traditional dioramas feature figures carefully molded from ceramic plaster and painted by hand.
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My daughter loved this beautiful mirror and Andes figures. The art work is very detailed and well made. It looks wonderful with all of her South American pottery and blankets.
Scenes from the Andes, Folk Art Wood Mirror with Folk Art Scenes
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Gift for my son and his family. We had spent Holy Week in Ayacucho, known for its retablos, several years ago (a wonderful experience!). A much appreciated memory of the trip and Peru.
Scenes from the Andes, Folk Art Wood Mirror with Folk Art Scenes
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Very interesting cultural piece. Love it!
Scenes from the Andes, Folk Art Wood Mirror with Folk Art Scenes
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This mirror has already caused many to smile!
Scenes from the Andes, Folk Art Wood Mirror with Folk Art Scenes
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There is an amazing amount of detali in this little mirror. I recently painted and replaced the sink with a Mexican tile backsplash and this sweet little detail fits in perfectly.
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I have now three nativities made by Alejandro and I love every single one!!!! This one found a perfect place in my home and give me joy every day!
Nativity Reflection, Nativity-Themed Wood and Ceramic Wall Mirror from Peru
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