Handcrafted Nativity Retablo from Peru, "Sweet Birth"
A lovely piece of decor for the Christmas season, this retablo is crafted from plywood with plaster figurines. Putting a Peruvian twist on the traditional Nativity scene, artisan Jesus Urbano decks the characters in colorful garments in the style native to the province of Ayacucho in Peru. The retablo's frame is painted with floral motifs.
- 0.25 kgs
- 0.6 lbs
- Frame: 15.5 cm H x 19.5 cm W x 4.5 cm D
- Frame: 6" H x 7.75" W x 1.8" D
- 9 cm W x 14 cm H
- 3.5" W x 5.5" H
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08/19/2019
"handcrafted retablo"





I will cherish this item. I just love Peruvian folk music and keep watching it on YouTube. this retablo is so much giving the accent of music and movement. I just love it
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Verified Reviewer
11/04/2018
"A part of my wall art"





Great tiny art for my bedroom wall , adds color to the room
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Traditional Celebration, Handcrafted Reed Mini Wall Retablo from Peru
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Verified Reviewer
11/04/2018
"This item is now hanging in my bedroom"





Love the tiny details of the colourful hand made item. Adds colour to the room.
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Peruvian Customs, Handcrafted Mini Retablo Wall Hanging from Peru
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Verified Reviewer
04/21/2018
"I bought them all."





Because I absolutely love them!
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Andes Lifestyle, Handcrafted Mini Retablo Wall Hanging from Peru
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Your Purchase Makes a Difference!
Jesus learned the art of retablo sculpture from Peruvian master artisan Joaquin Lopez de Antay. In turn, he has passed this knowledge to his wife, daughter and nephew who work alongside him in his family workshop. Retablos are one of the most popular Peruvian art forms. They recount the spirit and traditions of Andean culture in dynamic hand-modeled dioramas that capture the mundane and magical moments that define lives.
Jesus has received the Amauta de la Artesania Peruana. It is a prestigious award given not only to those who are master craftspeople but to those who have shared their craft with the next generation.
Jesus Urbano's work has been featured in the most important Peruvian national newspapers and he has received international media coverage.
This artist is an elder master and continues to actively practice their craft.
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Jesus Urbano Handcrafted Andean retablo dioramas
"I'd describe my art as charming. It is a reflection of life in the Andes — its people and towns. I love to share these glimpses of Peru…."