Name: Retablo, Chapel of Quinua
SKU: 61308

Ayacucho Birth Retablo-Style Nativity Wood Wall Mirror from Peru

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

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

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

Led to Bethlehem by a star in the east, the Three Kings bring precious gifts to the Christ Child. Mary and Joseph stand on either side as a cow and donkey kneel beside the manger. This colorful box depicts the Epiphany from the Christmas story in the Gospel of Matthew. Alejandro Chávez crafts a traditional Ayacucho-style retablo, a diorama housed in a colorful wood box. The images are modeled of ceramic and painted by hand, and the box closes with a leather latch.

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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.

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Scenes from My Land Handcrafted Religious Retablo Diorama Andean Folk Art

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

This colorful retablo by Alejandro Chávez houses six scenes taken from Andean beliefs and customs. The first features local animals, followed by Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden. The third shelf features Andean shepherds followed by the traditional Hat Dance. The fifth scene is about picking prickly pears in Ayacucho and the last scene portrays a local celebratory dance. Each ceramic figurine is crafted and painted by hand.

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Chapel of Huamanga Retablo

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

The energy of the land emanates from this expression of Peruvian folk art, while a divine scene above sanctifies the labors of rural Peru. Known as a retablo, this piece reflects the passion and talent of Alejandro Chavez. He crafts the frame by hand, creating shelves to display his tiny ceramic figures painted to joyous perfection.

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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.

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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.

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Virgin of Guadalupe Religious Retablo Sculpture Handamade in Peru

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

Surrounded by flowers, the Virgin of Guadalupe is queen of the heavens. She first appeared in Mexico in 1531 and, as proof of her visit, caused roses to bloom at the site. Named Patron Saint of the Americas by Pope John Paul II, she is a beloved manifestation of the Catholic faith. Alejandro Chávez recreates the portrait that appeared miraculously on the tilma (cactus fiber cloak) of Saint Juan Diego in 1531. He creates the image in a traditional diorama known as a retablo; each figurine is modeled and painted by hand.

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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.

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Night in Bethlehem Nativity-Themed Retablo

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

This wonderful folk art retablo is from Alejandro Chavez in Peru. The nativity-themed retablo is crafted by hand from wood and ceramic, with faux leather hinges on the doors. Such retablos were inspired by the altarpieces first brought to Peru by Spanish conquerors.

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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.

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Saint Martin de Porres Handmade Wood Retablo Sculpture

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

Alejandro Chávez depicts Saint Martín de Porres, a Dominican brother born in Lima in 1579. Trained in the medical arts, Martin worked in the convent infirmary but also showed great compassion to the sick outside the convent. Chávez crafts the wooden box to house this retablo, or diorama, and paints it in bright colors. The figures are carefully modeled from ceramic plaster and painted by hand.

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

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

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Mary, Handmade Wood Retablo of the Virgin Mary from Peru

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

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Blue Christmas, Christmas Nativity Retablo Folk Art Handmade in Peru

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

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Nativity Scene, Christianity Wood Retablo Folk Art from the Andes

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

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Celebrating the Birth, Peruvian Folk Art Wood Retablo

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

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

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

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Party of Masks, Retablo Folk Art Wall Mirror

Alejandro Chavez

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

Jose Ramos

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

Julio Gallardo

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Heart Shop, Handcrafted Wood Retablo with Hearts from Peru

Julio Gallardo

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Andean Bullfight, Hand Crafted Andean Wood Bullfight Retablo

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

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Blue Nativity, Handmade Wood Retablo Diorama Peruvian Folk Art

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

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Mask Collection, Unique Wood Retablo Folk Art Mask Theme Sculpture

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

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Scenes from the Andes, Folk Art Wood Mirror with Folk Art Scenes

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

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Chapel of Bethlehem, Fair Trade Folk Art Retablo Mirror

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

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Nativity in the Highlands, Handcrafted Christmas Manger Scene Retablo Diorama

Julio Gallardo

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Christmas with Musicians, Handcrafted Christmas Retablo Diorama Nativity Scene

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

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Blue Andean Christmas, Handcrafted Christian Theme Christmas Retablo Diorama

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

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Love Divine, Handcrafted Retablo Nativity Scene Wall Mirror from Peru

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

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Te Amo, Romantic Folk Art Wood and Ceramic Retablo from Peru

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

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

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

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Party in the Cemetery, Hand-Painted Day of the Dead Ceramic Retablo from Peru

Jose Ramos

(3)

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Virgin of La Puerta, Hand-Painted Wood and Ceramic Retablo of Mother Mary

Erika Ulloa

(41)

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

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

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

Julio Gallardo

(20)

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Little Carnaval, Hand Made Folk Art Mirror from Peru

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

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Great Day, Nativity scene

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

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Blessed Are Those Who Come, Nativity scene

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

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

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

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

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

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Featured Reviews

Wood retablo, 'Blue Andean Christmas'

Janice

Jan 11, 2020

Can't wait to share with others

For past two years have hosted a "Nativity Open House" with depictions from many countries/cultures. I especially like the cultural reference of the hat shop below. Just as many of us learn the story of room made for the Holy Family in the animal's shelter, this shows room made for the birth and adoration of Jesus where a family makes their livelihood.

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Beverly

Dec 19, 2021

Great Christmas gift!

I just love this and was so excited to gift it to special friends who already have a lifetime of accumulated decorations nothing like this!

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Retablo, 'Chapel of Quinua'

Daniel

Sep 28, 2017

Quintessential artistry from Peru

This item is colorful and such a perfect example of the work we have come to love over the years from this wonderful country and its artisans. Perfect for my collection and would make a wonderful gift. Sharing the incarnation of Christ as well as a great story of this craft.

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