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Christmas by Starlight
Handcrafted Peruvian Folk Art Christmas Retablo Diorama
Christmas by Starlight, Handcrafted Peruvian Folk Art Christmas Retablo Diorama
Alejandro Chavez
A colorful box opens to reveal a nativity scene. Kneeling in starlight, Mary and Joseph welcome the newborn Christ child along with a shepherd in Andean dress. Alejandro Chávez crafts a traditional... read more$49.99Artist: Alejandro Chavez
Children at Play
Hand-Painted Wood Retablo Wall Mirror Crafted in Peru
Children at Play, Hand-Painted Wood Retablo Wall Mirror Crafted in Peru
Alejandro Chavez
In a rectangular composition, scenes celebrating childhood games decorate the frame of this wall mirror from Peru. Alejandro Chavez designs this piece of wall decor, elaborating four sections with... read more$57.99Artist: Alejandro Chavez
Party of Masks
Retablo Folk Art Wall Mirror
Party of Masks, Retablo Folk Art Wall Mirror
Alejandro Chavez
This mirror reflects the festive traditions of the Andes, when people wear colorful and sometimes mystical masks to celebrate their patron saint. Alejandro Chávez crafts each mask by hand of ceramic.... read more$54.99Artist: Alejandro Chavez
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
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
Chapel of Quinua
Collectible Peruvian Wood Multicolor Retablo Sculpture
Chapel of Quinua, Collectible Peruvian Wood Multicolor Retablo Sculpture
Alejandro Chavez
Celestial scenes inhabit the upper composition of this altar, as figures in traditional Andean attire celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ beneath a rich, floral canopy. This form of Peruvian folk art... read more$54.99Artist: Alejandro Chavez
Chapel of Santa Ana
Folk Art Retablo Peruvian Nativity Scene
Chapel of Santa Ana, Folk Art Retablo Peruvian Nativity Scene
Alejandro Chavez
Colorful doors open on to the Chapel of Santa Ana, where expressive figures celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. Alejandro Chavez portrays his characters in traditional Andean attire, as a sense of... read more$47.99Artist: Alejandro Chavez
Nativity Scene
Christianity Wood Retablo Folk Art from the Andes
Nativity Scene, Christianity Wood Retablo Folk Art from the Andes
Alejandro Chavez
This colorful box holds a Christmas surprise. Opening the doors reveals a nativity scene in three dimensions. Alejandro Chávez crafts a traditional retablo (diorama) in the regional style of Ayacucho.... read more$49.99Artist: Alejandro Chavez
Peruvian Christmas
Retablo
Peruvian Christmas, Retablo
Alejandro Chavez
This colorful box depicts the first Christmas. Alejandro Chávez crafts a traditional retablo (diorama) in the regional style of Ayacucho. The Holy Family and shepherds are modeled of clay and painted... read more$59.99Artist: Alejandro Chavez