day of dead

Romantic love, that universal feeling that unites two people in life and also in the afterlife, is the inspiration behind Peruvian artisan Jose Ramos’ remarkable retablo where that powerful emotion is represented by two enamored skeletons on their wedding day. Inspired by the Day of the Dead, this exceptional diorama is meticulously handcrafted from black walnut wood. Its hand-painted ceramic figurines are skillfully arranged within with a prominent heart on the top that proudly bears the message “Together forever” in Spanish. Elaborate floral and leaf designs grace the doors which can be displayed opened or closed, offering versatility and enhancing the overall charm of this decorative accent.

The profound and timeless emotion of romantic love, which unites two individuals in both life and the afterlife, serves as the driving force behind this extraordinary retablo depicting two skeletons on their wedding day. Influenced by the Day of the Dead, Peru’s Jose Ramos designs this exquisite diorama that captures the essence of this powerful sentiment in the most original fashion. Handcrafted from black walnut wood, the hand-painted ceramic figurines are carefully arranged within while a heart on the top proudly showcases the Spanish message: Juntos por siempre (Together forever). The doors, which can be displayed in either an open or closed position, boast elaborate floral and leaf motifs.

Reflecting Peruvian attitudes towards death, this fantastic retablo depicts a group of skeletons gathering for a wedding in the cemetery. Jose Ramos designs the Day of the Dead retablo, crafted of wood with hand-painted ceramic figurines inside. Floral motifs decorate the doors, which can be displayed open or closed.

Crafted from wood and painted by hand with colorful floral motifs, this traditional retablo from Peru is created by Julio Gallardo. Opening with brass hinges, the doors reveal an intricate composition that is diligently crafted from handmade ceramic. Two calavera skeletons join together in holy matrimony in a graveyard. A sign above the duo reads "'Til Death Do Us Part" in Spanish, while a nearby tombstone reads Hasta la muerte contigo (With you until death).