Name: Retablo, Peruvian Christmas
SKU: 146838

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Peruvian Christmas Retablo

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

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 by hand. Beneath them, villagers harvest the fruit of the prickly pear cactus.

$67.99 Wholesale

$67.99
Yawar Fiesta Folk Art Wood Retablo Sculpture from Peru

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

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 Peru, while the bull represents the Spanish. If the condor flies, this augurs a good harvest, and musicians accompany the event. Alejandro Chávez crafts the wooden box to house this retablo, or diorama and paints it in vivid colors. The figures are carefully modeled from ceramic plaster and painted by hand.

$79.99 Wholesale

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

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

This colorful box depicts Christmas in the highlands of Peru. Alejandro Chávez crafts a traditional Ayacucho-style retablo, a diorama housed in a colorful wood box. The Holy Family, a sheep and a cow are modeled of clay and painted by hand. Beneath them, shepherds and their llamas kneel in a joyful folk art nativity scene.

$54.99 Wholesale

$54.99
Chapel of Quinua Collectible Peruvian Wood Multicolor Retablo Sculpture

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

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 is known as the retablo, especially characteristic of the Ayacucho region. The frame is crafted by hand from wood, while Alejandro Chávez fills the shelves with tiny ceramic characters painted to joyous perfection.

$59.99 Wholesale

$59.99
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Chapel of Santa Ana Folk Art Retablo Peruvian Nativity Scene

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

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.

$49.99 Wholesale

$49.99
Celebrating the Birth Peruvian Folk Art Wood Retablo

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

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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Festive Rites Hand-Painted Ceramic Nativity Retablo from Peru

Jose Ramos

(3)

This handcrafted retablo by Jose Ramos sets the first Christmas in the Peruvians. Graceful three-dimensional flowers and vines cover both sides of the doors. Inside, a shepherds and a llama accompany the Holy Family as celebrate the baby in the manger. The entire diorama is awash in rich earthen tones.

$204.99 Wholesale

$204.99
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Blue Nativity Handmade Wood Retablo Diorama Peruvian Folk Art

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

Watching over their tiny son, Mary and Joseph smile. Above them, the three kings bring offerings to the Christ child. Shepherds worship and angels sing in the heavens above. Alejandro Chávez portrays the nativity on four levels in three dimensions. This traditional diorama is known as a retablo; each figurine is modeled and painted by hand.

$49.99 Wholesale

$49.99
Jesus Spoke of Peace Fair Trade Nativity Scene Retablo Wood Sculpture

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

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.

$49.99 Wholesale

$49.99
Te Amo Romantic Folk Art Wood and Ceramic Retablo from Peru

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

This adorable retablo is the original creation of Alejandro Chavez in Peru. The wood and ceramic folk art accent features two levels. On the top, two Andean sweethearts express their love for each other while on the bottom, hand-crafted hearts are painted with the words Te amo (I love you). Retablos like this were inspired by the altarpieces first brought to Peru by Spanish conquerors.

$44.99 Wholesale

$44.99
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Children at Play Hand-Painted Wood Ceramic Retablo Wall Mirror from Peru

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

In a rectangular composition, scenes celebrating childhood games decorate the frame of this wooden wall mirror from Peru. Alejandro Chavez designs this piece of wall decor, elaborating four sections with petite hand-painted ceramic figurines in the style of traditional retablos. From human pyramids to kites and soccer, this mirror captures the spirit of an Andean childhood.

$59.99 Wholesale

$59.99
Nativity Scene Christianity Wood Retablo Folk Art from the Andes

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

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.

$57.99 Wholesale

$57.99
Virgin of Guadalupe, Religious Retablo Sculpture Handamade in Peru

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

$69.99 Wholesale

$69.99
Ayacucho Birth, Retablo-Style Nativity Wood Wall Mirror from Peru

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

$49.99 Wholesale

$49.99
Blue Andean Christmas, Handcrafted Christian Theme Christmas Retablo Diorama

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

$59.99 Wholesale

$59.99
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Heart Shop, Handcrafted Wood Retablo with Hearts from Peru

Julio Gallardo

(20)

$149.99 Wholesale

$149.99
Blue Christmas, Christmas Nativity Retablo Folk Art Handmade in Peru

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

$54.99 Wholesale

$54.99
Love Divine, Handcrafted Retablo Nativity Scene Wall Mirror from Peru

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

$54.99 Wholesale

$54.99
Mary, Handmade Wood Retablo of the Virgin Mary from Peru

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

$79.99 Wholesale

$79.99
Afterlife Love, Peruvian Day of the Dead Style Hand-Painted Ceramic Retablo

Jose Ramos

(3)

$149.99 Wholesale

$149.99
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Virgin Mary, Painted Wood Retablo Andes Folk Art Handmade in Peru

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

$49.99 Wholesale

$49.99
Little Carnaval, Hand Made Folk Art Mirror from Peru

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

$59.99 Wholesale

$59.99
Night in Bethlehem, Nativity-Themed Retablo

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

$47.99 Wholesale

$47.99
Chapel of Huamanga, Retablo

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

$139.99 Wholesale

$139.99
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Caring for Baby Jesus, Fair Trade Artisan-Made Wood and Ceramic Nativity Retablo

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

$29.99 Wholesale

$29.99
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Holiday Traditions, Mini Holiday-Themed Retablos

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

$35.99 Wholesale

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Chapel of Bethlehem, Fair Trade Folk Art Retablo Mirror

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

$119.99 Wholesale

$119.99
Andean Bullfight, Hand Crafted Andean Wood Bullfight Retablo

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

$457.99 Wholesale

$457.99
Nativity in the Highlands, Handcrafted Christmas Manger Scene Retablo Diorama

Julio Gallardo

(20)

$159.99 Wholesale

$159.99
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Colorful Marketplace, Colorful Wood and Ceramic Retablo of Weavers at Market

Julio Gallardo

(20)

$154.99 Wholesale

$154.99
Crucifixion, Hand-Painted Wood Ceramic Crucifixion of Christ Retablo

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

$49.99 Wholesale

$49.99
Celebrating the Season, Hand-Painted Retablo Nativity Ornaments (Set of 4)

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

$34.99 Wholesale

$34.99
Saint Rose, Hand-Painted Wood and Ceramic Saint Rose of Lima Retablo

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

$39.99 Wholesale

$39.99
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Andean Music Store, Hand-Painted Wood and Ceramic Retablo of Andean Music Store

Julio Gallardo

(20)

$149.99 Wholesale

$149.99
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Nativity Reflection, Nativity-Themed Wood and Ceramic Wall Mirror from Peru

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

$39.99 Wholesale

$39.99
Sweet Cat in Pink, Hand-Painted Pink Ceramic Cat Figurine with Floral Motif

Elva Florez

(43)

$14.99 Wholesale

$14.99
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Nativity, Hand Made Religious Wood Christmas Ornaments (Set of 4)

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

$31.99 Wholesale

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Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Hand Made Religious Wood Sculpture from Peru

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

$79.99 Wholesale

$79.99
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Retablos, Christmas Ornaments Nativity Scene Set of 5 Handmade in Peru

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

$29.99 Wholesale

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Mask Collection, Unique Wood Retablo Folk Art Mask Theme Sculpture

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

$67.99 Wholesale

$67.99
Garden of Eden, Nativity and Garden of Eden-Themed Wood Ceramic Wall Mirror

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

$39.99 Wholesale

$39.99

Featured Reviews

Wood retablo, 'Blue Nativity'

Pam

Jan 12, 2026

So pretty and unique!

I love folk art and primitive art and this is a treasure! Great price and a focal piece at Christmas!

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Wood retablo, 'Mask Collection'

Mary

Jan 3, 2026

Perfect!

This lovely handmade item is well crafted and so unique! This is a perfect addition to my world travels mask collection I modified it to hang on the wall with my other masks. It is truly a treasure! Came well packaged and completely intact. Alejandro, thank you for this wonderful piece!

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