Name: Retablo, Jesus Spoke of Peace
SKU: 78694

Light and Hope Wood Nativity Sculpture with Star from El Salvador

Maria Estela Perlera de Portillo

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Add a touch of warmth and joy to your holiday decor with this lovely nativity figurine by Maria Estela Perlera Portillo. It depicts the Holy Family as they embrace under the Star of Bethlehem. It's sculpted from pine wood and hand-painted in a bright palette of deep blue, violet, and bright yellow.

Maria Estela Perlera de Portillo started her workshop alongside her husband. After he passed away, she decided to take the reins of the family business and continue to grow it.

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Dayak Nativity Borneo Style Wood Nativity Scene (6 Pieces)

Nik

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Joseph, Mary and the Baby Jesus are joined by three Wise Men in this charming nativity scene from Nik in Bali. The artisan styles the figures after the Dayak peoples of Borneo. Originally animist in belief, since the 19th century there has been a mass conversion to Christianity among many of the Dayak. The six albesia wood figures are carved and painted by hand.

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Blue Andean Christmas Handcrafted Christian Theme Christmas Retablo Diorama

Alejandro Chavez

(202)

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 levels in three dimensions. This traditional diorama is known as a retablo; each figurine is modeled and painted by hand.

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Blue Christmas Christmas Nativity Retablo Folk Art Handmade in Peru

Alejandro Chavez

(202)

This colorful box depicts the first Christmas. Alejandro Chávez crafts a traditional retablo (diorama) in the regional style of Ayacucho. The Holy Family and the three kings are modeled of clay and painted by hand. Beneath them, villagers harvest the red fruit of the prickly pear cactus.

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Celebrating the Birth Peruvian Folk Art Wood Retablo

Alejandro Chavez

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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. Alejandro Chavez crafts this retablo altar entirely by hand, constructing a wood frame to house delicately painted figures.

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Love Divine Handcrafted Retablo Nativity Scene Wall Mirror from Peru

Alejandro Chavez

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Alejandro Chavez crafts a mirror frame rooted in Andean tradition with four different vignettes. At the top, Andean shepherds serenade the Holy Family beneath the stars on the very first Christmas. To the left and right, a llama and a cow rest outdoors. Along the bottom are three bright flowers. Known as a retablo, this traditional diorama is housed in a colorful chest crafted of wood and painted. The Peruvian artisan carefully models each figure from ceramic plaster and paints them by hand to surround a heart-shaped looking glass.

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Jesus Spoke of Peace Fair Trade Nativity Scene Retablo Wood Sculpture

Alejandro Chavez

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Celebrating a joyous occasion, this nativity scene reveals Alejandro Chávez's artistry. Joseph, Mary and the three kings look upon the baby Jesus while the animals kneel in awe. Known as a retablo, this traditional diorama is housed in a colorful chest crafted of wood and painted. Chávez carefully models each figure and paints them by hand.

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Nativity Scene Christianity Wood Retablo Folk Art from the Andes

Alejandro Chavez

(202)

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. The Holy Family and the three kings are modeled of clay and painted by hand. A cow and donkey crowd close to the straw-filled manger.

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Chapel of Santa Ana Folk Art Retablo Peruvian Nativity Scene

Alejandro Chavez

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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 divine luminosity gracefully descends upon the scene. This form of Peruvian folk art is known as the retablo, especially characteristic of the Ayacucho region. The wooden frame is crafted by hand, while the artisan fills the shelves with tiny ceramic figures painted to joyous perfection.

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Ayacucho Birth Retablo-Style Nativity Wood Wall Mirror from Peru

Alejandro Chavez

(202)

By Peruvian artisan Alejandro Chavez, this wall mirror celebrates the traditional nativity. In the style of traditional retablos, Chavez diligently crafts a variety of different figurines from ceramic, painted by hand within a wood frame that surrounds a mirror in the center. The upper portion of the frame depict the nativity, while the left and right sections depict a hat and a mask shop. The bottom section depicts a group of musicians dancing and playing traditional music.

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Little Carnaval Hand Made Folk Art Mirror from Peru

Alejandro Chavez

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Alejandro Chávez crafts a mirror frame rooted in Andean tradition. Varied scenes represent Carnavalito (Little Carnival), a celebration held in the Peruvian Andes. Musicians play traditional instruments, participants re-enact the birth of Jesus, incredible masks hang on the wall, and a couple stands beneath a towering prickly pear cactus. Known as a retablo, this traditional diorama is housed in a colorful chest crafted of wood and painted. Chávez carefully models each figure from ceramic plaster and paints them by hand.

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Sacred Nativity Handcrafted Wood and Plaster Nativity Retablo from Peru

Jesus Urbano

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Open the doors of this wood retablo to reveal a beautiful nativity scene. Plaster figurines in colorful garb are handcrafted by Jesus Urbano of Peru. The outside of the retablo is hand-painted with a colorful floral design.

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Llamas on Christmas Eve, Ceramic Folk Art Religious Retablo Diorama Handmade in Peru

Alejandro Chavez

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Christmas by Starlight, Handcrafted Peruvian Folk Art Christmas Retablo Diorama

Alejandro Chavez

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Chapel of Quinua, Collectible Peruvian Wood Multicolor Retablo Sculpture

Alejandro Chavez

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Holy Family with the Magi, Handmade Ayacucho Ceramic Folk Art Christmas Retablo Diorama

Alejandro Chavez

(202)

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Featured Reviews

Retablo, 'Nativity Scene'

Ann

Jan 13, 2017

Beautiful crÃ¨che

I am so delighted that I purchased this crÃ¨che. It has become the centerpiece of my Christmas display. Thank you Mr. Chavez for sharing your talent! It has found a very good home.

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IRINA

Sep 28, 2019

Great addition to holiday home decor

Very bright colors and beautiful details! A great piece of true folk art. This is my second retablo from Alejandro Chavez, and this time it is a gift. I am sure my brother and his wife will love this unique piece of art. Thank you, Alejandro!

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Retablo, 'Jesus Spoke of Peace'

Elizabeth

May 10, 2022

Perfect for Celebrating Christmas

Our youngest grandkids love this little "all in one" nativity. It is sturdy enough that they can handle it without the fear of them breaking it. We have cherished this for many years, and look forward to bringing it out for Christmas for many more years to come!

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