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Virgin Mary
Painted Wood Retablo Andes Folk Art Handmade in Peru
Virgin Mary, Painted Wood Retablo Andes Folk Art Handmade in Peru
Alejandro Chavez
Surrounded by an array of flowers, rays of light burst in a halo about the Virgin Mary. Alejandro Chávez shows her expression of loving concern for her son, Jesus, and for mankind. Known as a retablo... read more$47.99Artist: Alejandro Chavez
Yawar Fiesta
Folk Art Wood Retablo Sculpture from Peru
Yawar Fiesta, Folk Art Wood Retablo Sculpture from Peru
Alejandro Chavez
Celebrating the condor and its impressive size and strength, the yawar ("blood" in Quechua) fiesta takes place in Peru's Apurimac and Ayacucho regions. The condor represents the people of... read more$79.99Artist: Alejandro Chavez
Dance in the Andes
Hand Painted Wood Retablo from Peru
Dance in the Andes, Hand Painted Wood Retablo from Peru
Jesus Urbano
Colorful plaster figurines dance and play musical instruments in this stunning retablo from Jesus Urbano of Peru. Hand-painted floral motifs decorate the wood doors which open onto the cheerful scene.$49.99Artist: Jesus Urbano
Deer of the Andes
Sterling Silver and Mahogany Wood Deer Sculpture from Peru
Deer of the Andes, Sterling Silver and Mahogany Wood Deer Sculpture from Peru
Fernando Castro
For Fernando Castro, the deer is one of the most important and iconic members of Andean wildlife. A gentle deer grazes in this sculpture, carved by hand of mahogany wood. A sterling silver collar with... read more$114.99Artist: Fernando Castro
Woman Spinner of the Andes
Sterling Silver and Mahogany Sculpture of a Woman from Peru
Woman Spinner of the Andes, Sterling Silver and Mahogany Sculpture of a Woman from Peru
Fernando Castro
Working with mahogany, Fernando Castro carves the image of an Andean woman spinning wool into yarn. She wears a hat and shawl of sterling silver, and the infant in her shawl nurses as his mother... read more$249.99Artist: Fernando Castro
Celebrating the Birth
Peruvian Folk Art Wood Retablo
Celebrating the Birth, Peruvian Folk Art Wood Retablo
Alejandro Chavez
Floral doors hide a scene of eternal attraction – the birth of the Baby Jesus. The Three Wise Men accompany Mary and Joseph, every figure attired in the typical clothing of the Peruvian Andes.... read more$49.99Artist: Alejandro Chavez
Weaving Woman
Hand Carved Weaver Sculpture
Weaving Woman, Hand Carved Weaver Sculpture
Fernando Castro
The ancient weaving traditions of pre-Hispanic Peru can still be seen in practice today all over the Andes. Fernando Castro creates this marvelous sculpture in homage to those dedicated weavers. The... read more$339.99Artist: Fernando Castro
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$109.99Artist: Erika Ulloa
Andean Bullfight
Hand Crafted Andean Wood Bullfight Retablo
Andean Bullfight, Hand Crafted Andean Wood Bullfight Retablo
Alejandro Chavez
Set between a nativity scene and a band of traditional musicians, a bullfight takes place in the Andes. Spectators gather around while the tradition and color of the corrida de toros – running of the... read more$419.99Artist: Alejandro Chavez
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$184.99Artist: Jose Ramos
Busy Textile Market
Handcrafted Andean Textile Market Retablo Diorama
Busy Textile Market, Handcrafted Andean Textile Market Retablo Diorama
Julio Gallardo
This beautiful retablo depicts a lively market stall where Andean textiles are bought and sold. In pre-Hispanic times, Inca weavings were more highly prized than gold and Peruvian textiles carry on... read more$449.99Artist: Julio Gallardo
Andean Gaze
Hand-Carved Cedar Wood Sculpture of an Andean Bear from Peru
Andean Gaze, Hand-Carved Cedar Wood Sculpture of an Andean Bear from Peru
Sugo
The Andean bears were once associated with the spirits of death and life, according to Andean cosmovision. Being protagonists of many famous works, these cute creatures are suffering the consequences... read more$94.99Artist: Sugo
Love My Llama
Hand Carved Wood Sculpture Andean Folk Art
Love My Llama, Hand Carved Wood Sculpture Andean Folk Art
John Barrow
Full of joy, a little girl stands on her toes to hug her beloved llama. John Barrow masterfully creates this expressive sculpture, inspired by his admiration of Andean customs and traditions. He... read more$49.99Artist: John Barrow
Scenes from My Land
Handcrafted Religious Retablo Diorama Andean Folk Art
Scenes from My Land, Handcrafted Religious Retablo Diorama Andean Folk Art
Alejandro Chavez
This colorful retablo by Alejandro Chávez houses six scenes taken from Andean beliefs and customs. The first features local animals, followed by Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden. The third shelf... read more$64.99Artist: Alejandro Chavez
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$107.99Artist: Jesus Urbano
Blue Andean Christmas
Handcrafted Christian Theme Christmas Retablo Diorama
Blue Andean Christmas, Handcrafted Christian Theme Christmas Retablo Diorama
Alejandro Chavez
Watching over their tiny son, Mary and Joseph smile as shepherds worship in the blue Andean night. Beneath, an Andean hat shop offers sombreros for sale. Alejandro Chávez portrays the scenes on two... read more$54.99Artist: Alejandro Chavez
Joyous Night
Blue Wood and Plaster Andean Nativity Retablo with Musicians
Joyous Night, Blue Wood and Plaster Andean Nativity Retablo with Musicians
Jose Ramos
This hand crafted wood and plaster retablo presented by artisan Jose Ramos of Peru fuses the traditional nativity scene with the joy of an Andean festival. Graceful three-dimensional flowers and vines... read more$179.99Artist: Jose Ramos
Cross of Lamentation
Hand Made Religious Wood Retablo Diorama Andean Folk Art
Cross of Lamentation, Hand Made Religious Wood Retablo Diorama Andean Folk Art
Alejandro Chavez
After Christ's death on the cross, the image itself came to be venerated as one of the most important Christian symbols. Alejandro Chávez shows an empty cross, graced with a portrait of Jesus. Ladders... read more$47.99Artist: Alejandro Chavez
Andean Harpist
Ishpingo Wood Sculpture Handmade in Peru
Andean Harpist, Ishpingo Wood Sculpture Handmade in Peru
John Barrow
Holding his harp tenderly, a man strums tunes from his beloved Andean highlands. He wears a bright chullo hat and colorful cloak in a fascinating sculpture by John Barrow. "It's part of my... read more$67.99Artist: John Barrow
Andean Celebration
Animal-Themed Nativity Ceramic and Wood Retablo from Peru
Andean Celebration, Animal-Themed Nativity Ceramic and Wood Retablo from Peru
Erika Ulloa
By Erika Ulloa in Peru, this traditional retablo depicts an Andean celebration. People wearing chullo hats party alongside animals, each figurine crafted from ceramic and diligently painted by hand.... read more$69.99Artist: Erika Ulloa
Andean Vicuñas
Cedar Wood and Sterling Silver Vicuña Figurines (Pair)
Andean Vicuñas, Cedar Wood and Sterling Silver Vicuña Figurines (Pair)
Fernando Castro
Two Andean vicuñas stand side-by-side in this charming pair of sculptures by Fernando Castro. They are hand-carved from cedar wood with a rich, dark brown finish, and wear sterling silver collars with... read more$104.99Artist: Fernando Castro
Stretching Bull
Stylized Bull Cedar Wood Sculpture from Peru
Stretching Bull, Stylized Bull Cedar Wood Sculpture from Peru
Fernando Castro
Stretching its powerful body, a stunning, stylized bull basks in the Andean sunshine. Fernando Castro carves the beautiful image by hand of native cedar wood.$69.99$62.99Artist: Fernando Castro
Mother's Nest
Bird-Themed Mother and Child Cedar Wood Sculpture from Peru
Mother's Nest, Bird-Themed Mother and Child Cedar Wood Sculpture from Peru
Fernando Castro
Feeding her hungry fledglings, a mother bird perches on the edge of their nest. Fernando Castro carves the endearing images by hand from Andean cedar wood.$129.99$116.99Artist: Fernando Castro
Happy Dance
Wood and Plaster Dance Retablo from Peru
Happy Dance, Wood and Plaster Dance Retablo from Peru
Jesus Urbano
Exquisitely hand-painted floral motifs decorate the doors of this wood retablo. Colorful plaster figurines engage in a traditional dance inside the Andean diorama by Jesus Urbano.$57.99Artist: Jesus Urbano
Elegant Vicuñas
Silver and Cedar Wood Vicuña Figurines from Peru (Pair)
Elegant Vicuñas, Silver and Cedar Wood Vicuña Figurines from Peru (Pair)
Fernando Castro
Wearing bells of gleaming silver and sterling saddles with colorful woven accents, two elegant vicuñas make a charming addition to any space. Fernando Castro creates these figurines of Andean... read more$164.99Artist: Fernando Castro
Amazonian Serpent
Abstract Hand-Carved Palo Sangre Wood Snake Mini Figurine
Amazonian Serpent, Abstract Hand-Carved Palo Sangre Wood Snake Mini Figurine
Irma Suarez
In Andean mythology, serpents symbolize knowledge and wisdom. Colombia's Irma Suarez hand-carves a hypnotic mini figurine in palo sangre wood that is an abstract representation of an Amazonian snake.... read more$17.99Artist: Irma Suarez
Plateau Ekeko
Sterling Silver and Mahogany Ekeko Sculpture from Peru
Plateau Ekeko, Sterling Silver and Mahogany Ekeko Sculpture from Peru
Fernando Castro
Fernando Castro depicts the Ekeko, a traditional Andean character said to bring abundance to the home or office where he is displayed. The image is carved by hand of rich mahogany, standing with arms... read more$214.99Artist: Fernando Castro
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 colorful retablo depicts a traditional Andean wedding scene with a touch of humor as the cake features a groom figurine... read more$117.99Artist: Erika Ulloa
Prayers to Guadalupe
Virgin of Guadalupe Handcrafted Wood and Ceramic Retablo
Prayers to Guadalupe, Virgin of Guadalupe Handcrafted Wood and Ceramic Retablo
Erika Ulloa
The Virgin of Guadalupe is a venerated saint in Latin America to whom countless miracles are attributed. Inspired by her faith and hope, Peruvian artisan Erika Ulloa crafts this traditional Andean... read more$97.99Artist: Erika Ulloa
Little Celebration
Cultural Nativity Ceramic and Wood Retablo from Peru
Little Celebration, Cultural Nativity Ceramic and Wood Retablo from Peru
Erika Ulloa
Peruvian artisan Erika Ulloa offers this traditional retablo. Crafted from ceramic and diligently painted by hand, figurines depict Andean people during an animal-themed celebration, which surrounds... read more$89.99Artist: 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$109.99Artist: Erika Ulloa
Caballito de Totora
Hand-Carved Mahogany Sculpture of a Man on a Reed Boat
Caballito de Totora, Hand-Carved Mahogany Sculpture of a Man on a Reed Boat
Fernando Castro
Used by fishermen in Peru for thousands of years, the caballito de totora is a standing watercraft traditionally made from reed bundles. Diligently hand-carved from mahogany wood, an Andean man... read more$149.99$134.99Artist: Fernando Castro
Scissors Dancer
Mahogany and Cedar Dance and Music Wood Sculpture
Scissors Dancer, Mahogany and Cedar Dance and Music Wood Sculpture
John Barrow
The excitement of the Danza de las Tijeras (scissors dance) permeates this beautiful sculpture. Dressed in vivid colors, competing participants execute contortionist-like maneuvers while holding a... read more$69.99Artist: John Barrow
Proud Peruvian Walking Horse
Hand Carved Cedar Sculpture of the Peruvian Paso Horse
Proud Peruvian Walking Horse, Hand Carved Cedar Sculpture of the Peruvian Paso Horse
Johnny Chamba
Johnny Chamba pays tribute to the proud caballo de paso peruano (Peruvian paso or walking horse) as he marks out the famous four-beat lateral gait. The natural gait of the breed makes it the smoothest... read more$157.99Artist: Johnny Chamba