folk art (17 items)
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.$59.99Artist: Jesus Urbano
Melodies of the Empire
Traditional Bamboo Antara Panpipe with Andean Stripe Case
Melodies of the Empire, Traditional Bamboo Antara Panpipe with Andean Stripe Case
Benito Tito
After the disappearance of the wise and ancient civilizations that once lived in the prosperous Andean lands, a sweet melody can still be heard from the sacred Peruvian mountains. The antara panpipe... read more$19.99Artist: Benito Tito
Condor Flight
El Condor Pasa Hand Made Cotton Arpillera Wall Hanging
Condor Flight, El Condor Pasa Hand Made Cotton Arpillera Wall Hanging
Leonor Quispe
In this hand made arpillera wall hanging, artisan Leonor Quispe of Peru brings to life the well-known Peruvian orchestral piece El Condor Pasa, or "The Condor Passes," popularized in the... read more$54.99Artist: Leonor Quispe
Ayacucho Scissors Dance
Dance Themed Wood and Plaster Retablo
Ayacucho Scissors Dance, Dance Themed Wood and Plaster Retablo
Jesus Urbano
The energetic danza de las tijeras or "scissors dance" of Peru, performed in Quechua villages, is listed on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Jesus Urbano in Peru recreates... read more$59.99Artist: Jesus Urbano
Scissors Dance Celebration
Handmade Wood and Plaster Retablo
Scissors Dance Celebration, Handmade Wood and Plaster Retablo
Jesus Urbano
Listed on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, the challenging danza de las tijeras or "scissors dance" of Peru is performed in Quechua villages. Jesus Urbano in Peru recreates... read more$74.99Artist: Jesus Urbano
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$109.99Artist: Jesus Urbano
Dancing Party
Dance-Themed Wood and Ceramic Retablo from Peru
Dancing Party, Dance-Themed Wood and Ceramic Retablo from Peru
Erika Ulloa
Crafted by hand from ceramic, a group of dancers and musicians bring down the house in this traditional retablo from Peru. Erika Ulloa creates this cultural addition to your home decor. The retablo is... read more$77.99Artist: Erika Ulloa
Tijera Dance
Cultural Dance Wood and Ceramic Retablo from Peru
Tijera Dance, Cultural Dance Wood and Ceramic Retablo from Peru
Erika Ulloa
Characterized by elaborate moves with a giant pair of scissors, the traditional danza de las tijeras dance is paid homage in this stunning retablo from Peru. Erika Ulloa creates the retablo, which... read more$99.99Artist: Erika Ulloa
La Tunantada
Ceramic and Wood Retablo of a Traditional Dance from Peru
La Tunantada, Ceramic and Wood Retablo of a Traditional Dance from Peru
Erika Ulloa
La Tunantada is a traditional Peruvian dance characterized by satiric depictions of Spanish conquistadores, portrayed here in this retablo by Erika Ulloa. She crafts an intricate scene of ceramic... read more$79.99Artist: Erika Ulloa
Ayacucho Music Fest
Music Festival Mini Retablo Hand-Painted in Peru
Ayacucho Music Fest, Music Festival Mini Retablo Hand-Painted in Peru
Juan Soto
The city of Ayacucho in Peru is the star of this spectacular retablo because it depicts the town's festivities and also honors its traditional handicraft techniques and materials. By Juan Soto, the... read more$27.99Artist: Juan Soto
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
Christmas Scene
Set of Three Cotton Blend Nativity Scene Ornaments from Peru
Christmas Scene, Set of Three Cotton Blend Nativity Scene Ornaments from Peru
Margarita and Martha
These enchanting ornaments crafted from cotton blend fibers portray a typical Andean Christmas scene where baby Jesus, the Virgin Mary and Joseph are represented in absolute awe and happiness as they... read more$57.99Artist: Margarita and Martha
Tarma Nativity
Painted Wood and Ceramic Nativity Scene Retablo from Peru
Tarma Nativity, Painted Wood and Ceramic Nativity Scene Retablo from Peru
Erika Ulloa
Located in the center of Peru, Tarma is a village known for its music and dance traditions. Among these traditions, Huayno is a distinctive dance performed by a man and a woman, characterized by agile... read more$79.99Artist: Erika Ulloa
Musical Caravan
Wood and Ceramic Day of the Dead Music Retablo from Peru
Musical Caravan, Wood and Ceramic Day of the Dead Music Retablo from Peru
Erika Ulloa
Playing music on their guitarras and drinking pisto liquor, a group of skeletons adds the spirit of Day of the Dead to your home decor. Erika Ulloa deisngs this traditional retablo, crafting each of... read more$99.99Artist: Erika Ulloa
Colorful Night
Ceramic and Wood Festival Retablo Hand-Painted in Peru
Colorful Night, Ceramic and Wood Festival Retablo Hand-Painted in Peru
Erika Ulloa
Inspired by the festival honoring the Virgin of Candelaria, this exquisite retablo features figurines wearing colorful masks and musicians who happily celebrate this tradition typical of the Cusco... read more$114.99Artist: Erika Ulloa
Colorful Night
Ceramic and Wood Festival Retablo Hand-Painted in Peru
Colorful Night, Ceramic and Wood Festival Retablo Hand-Painted in Peru
Erika Ulloa
Inspired by the festival honoring the Virgin of Candelaria, this exquisite retablo features figurines wearing colorful masks and musicians who happily celebrate this tradition typical of the Cusco... read more$114.99$80.49Artist: Erika Ulloa
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