wood carving sculpture (46 items)
Celebrating the Birth
Peruvian Folk Art Wood Retablo
Celebrating the Birth, Peruvian Folk Art Wood Retablo
Alejandro Chavez
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.... read more$49.99$44.99Artist: Alejandro Chavez
Saint Martin de Porres
Handmade Wood Retablo Sculpture
Saint Martin de Porres, Handmade Wood Retablo Sculpture
Alejandro Chavez
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... read more$49.99$44.99Artist: Alejandro Chavez
Mask Collection
Unique Wood Retablo Folk Art Mask Theme Sculpture
Mask Collection, Unique Wood Retablo Folk Art Mask Theme Sculpture
Alejandro Chavez
A brilliant painted wood box opens to reveal handcrafted masks. Used during the Carnival celebrations preceding Lent, they show an astonishing array of animals, human and fantasy faces. Alejandro... read more$67.99$61.19Artist: Alejandro Chavez
Chapel of Quinua
Collectible Peruvian Wood Multicolor Retablo Sculpture
Chapel of Quinua, Collectible Peruvian Wood Multicolor Retablo Sculpture
Alejandro Chavez
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... read more$54.99$49.49Artist: Alejandro Chavez
Our Lady of Mount Carmel
Hand Made Religious Wood Sculpture from Peru
Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Hand Made Religious Wood Sculpture from Peru
Alejandro Chavez
Cradling little Jesus in her arms, the Virgin of Mount Carmel smiles with maternal love. Alejandro Chávez portrays the Madonna named for Mount Carmel in the Holy Land, where a chapel was built in her... read more$69.99$62.99Artist: Alejandro Chavez
Yawar Fiesta
Folk Art Wood Retablo Sculpture from Peru
Yawar Fiesta, Folk Art Wood Retablo Sculpture from Peru
Alejandro Chavez
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... read more$79.99$71.99Artist: Alejandro Chavez
Jesus Spoke of Peace
Fair Trade Nativity Scene Retablo Wood Sculpture
Jesus Spoke of Peace, Fair Trade Nativity Scene Retablo Wood Sculpture
Alejandro Chavez
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... read more$44.99$40.49Artist: Alejandro Chavez
Chota Nativity
Peruvian Retablo Sculpture of the Nativity in Chota Style
Chota Nativity, Peruvian Retablo Sculpture of the Nativity in Chota Style
Erika Ulloa
This retablo sculpture is designed and made by Erika Ulloa in Peru. It is nativity scene but with the personages dressed in the traditional attire of the town of Chota. He fashions the ceramic... read more$99.99$89.99Artist: Erika Ulloa
Blue Nativity
Handmade Wood Retablo Diorama Peruvian Folk Art
Blue Nativity, Handmade Wood Retablo Diorama Peruvian Folk Art
Alejandro Chavez
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... read more$44.99$40.49Artist: Alejandro Chavez
Creating Love and Peace
World Peace Project Ceramic & Wood Retablo from Peru
Creating Love and Peace, World Peace Project Ceramic & Wood Retablo from Peru
Julio Gallardo
“This is my contribution to the World Peace Project, explains Peruvian artisan Julio Gallardo. “In it, I propose unity and love for all. I’ve created this with the intention of spreading a message of... read more$504.99$454.49Artist: Julio Gallardo
Saint Martin's Benediction
Christian Wood and Ceramic Painted Retablo from Peru
Saint Martin's Benediction, Christian Wood and Ceramic Painted Retablo from Peru
Erika Ulloa
Created by Erika Ulloa in Peru, this traditional retablo celebrates Christian traditions. Crafted from wood, a floral box features two doors that open to a meticulously crafted ceramic scene of Saint... read more$79.99$71.99Artist: Erika Ulloa
Virgin of Guadalupe
Religious Retablo Sculpture Handamade in Peru
Virgin of Guadalupe, Religious Retablo Sculpture Handamade in Peru
Alejandro Chavez
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... read more$59.99$53.99Artist: Alejandro Chavez
Dance in the Andes
Hand Painted Wood Retablo from Peru
Dance in the Andes, Hand Painted Wood Retablo from Peru
Jesus Urbano
Colorful plaster figurines dance and play musical instruments in this stunning retablo from Jesus Urbano of Peru. Hand-painted floral motifs decorate the wood doors which open onto the cheerful scene.$49.99$44.99Artist: 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$107.99$97.19Artist: Jesus Urbano
Holy Week
Handcrafted Christian Theme Easter Retablo Diorama
Holy Week, Handcrafted Christian Theme Easter Retablo Diorama
Alejandro Chavez
Crafted by hand, this retablo tells the story of Easter in four scenes. Alejandro Chávez depicts Christ's triumphant entry into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday and, just above, Jesus on the cross where the... read more$99.99$89.99Artist: Alejandro Chavez
Mountain Dance
Hand Painted Plaster and Wood Retablo from Peru
Mountain Dance, Hand Painted Plaster and Wood Retablo from Peru
Jesus Urbano
Colorful plaster figurines play music and dance happily within this wood retablo. Crafted by artisan Jesus Urbano of Peru, the retablo is beautifully hand-painted with floral motifs.$64.99$58.49Artist: Jesus Urbano
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.$59.99$53.99Artist: Jesus Urbano
Equality
Colorful Wood and Ceramic Retablo Celebrating Equality
Equality, Colorful Wood and Ceramic Retablo Celebrating Equality
Erika Ulloa
Artisan Erika Ulloa of Peru designs a wood and ceramic retablo expressing one of the most important themes of our day, equality. The interior of the retablo is filled with handcrafted ceramic people... read more$87.99$79.19Artist: Erika Ulloa
Scenes from My Land
Handcrafted Religious Retablo Diorama Andean Folk Art
Scenes from My Land, Handcrafted Religious Retablo Diorama Andean Folk Art
Alejandro Chavez
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... read more$64.99$58.49Artist: Alejandro Chavez
Prayers to Guadalupe
Virgin of Guadalupe Handcrafted Wood and Ceramic Retablo
Prayers to Guadalupe, Virgin of Guadalupe Handcrafted Wood and Ceramic Retablo
Erika Ulloa
The Virgin of Guadalupe is a venerated saint in Latin America to whom countless miracles are attributed. Inspired by her faith and hope, Peruvian artisan Erika Ulloa crafts this traditional Andean... read more$97.99$88.19Artist: Erika Ulloa
Danza de las Tijeras
Tornillo Wood Dance-Themed Retablo by Peruvian Artisans
Danza de las Tijeras, Tornillo Wood Dance-Themed Retablo by Peruvian Artisans
Julio Gallardo
A band plays alongside a scissors dancer within this retablo from Peru. Crafting his subjects from plaster of Paris within a tornillo wood box, Julio Gallardo reflects on one of this country's most... read more$117.99$106.19Artist: Julio Gallardo
Wonderful Nativity
Wood and Ceramic Nativity Scene Retablo from Peru
Wonderful Nativity, Wood and Ceramic Nativity Scene Retablo from Peru
Erika Ulloa
Crafted from ceramic and carefully painted by hand, the figures of the traditional nativity are displayed within the doors of this traditional retablo from Peru. Erika Ulloa creates this retablo... read more$69.99$62.99Artist: 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$99.99$89.99Artist: Erika Ulloa
Calavera Wedding
Wedding-Themed Wood and Ceramic Retablo from Peru
Calavera Wedding, Wedding-Themed Wood and Ceramic Retablo from Peru
Julio Gallardo
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... read more$129.99$116.99Artist: Julio Gallardo
Busy Textile Market
Handcrafted Andean Textile Market Retablo Diorama
Busy Textile Market, Handcrafted Andean Textile Market Retablo Diorama
Julio Gallardo
This beautiful retablo depicts a lively market stall where Andean textiles are bought and sold. In pre-Hispanic times, Inca weavings were more highly prized than gold and Peruvian textiles carry on... read more$449.99$404.99Artist: Julio Gallardo
Guadalupe
Ceramic and Wood Retablo of Mother Mary from Peru
Guadalupe, Ceramic and Wood Retablo of Mother Mary from Peru
Erika Ulloa
La virgen de Guadalupe, of "Our Lady of Guadalupe" is a Latin Catholic depiction of the Mother Mary. Peruvian artisan Erika Ulloa pays homage to that depiction with this retablo. Within a... read more$84.99$76.49Artist: Erika Ulloa
Blue Andean Christmas
Handcrafted Christian Theme Christmas Retablo Diorama
Blue Andean Christmas, Handcrafted Christian Theme Christmas Retablo Diorama
Alejandro Chavez
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... read more$54.99$49.49Artist: Alejandro Chavez
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$117.99$106.19Artist: Erika Ulloa
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$109.99$98.99Artist: Erika Ulloa
Colorful Marketplace
Colorful Wood and Ceramic Retablo of Weavers at Market
Colorful Marketplace, Colorful Wood and Ceramic Retablo of Weavers at Market
Julio Gallardo
This beautiful retablo depicts a lively market scene exploding with color. Peruvian artisan Julio Gallardo handcrafts the retablo frame from tornillo wood and paints it a creamy pale yellow with bold... read more$129.99$116.99Artist: Julio Gallardo
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$79.99$71.99Artist: Erika Ulloa
Grant Us Peace
Ceramic & Wood Religious Scene Retablo Hand-Painted in Peru
Grant Us Peace, Ceramic & Wood Religious Scene Retablo Hand-Painted in Peru
Erika Ulloa
This breathtaking retablo depicts a traditional nativity scene in which Peruvian designer Erika Ulloa incorporates soldiers and animals doing humanitarian work to convey a message of unity for peace.... read more$114.99$103.49Artist: 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$103.49Artist: 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$79.99$71.99Artist: Erika Ulloa
Countryside Women
Ceramic and Wood Andean Women Retablo Hand-Painted in Peru
Countryside Women, Ceramic and Wood Andean Women Retablo Hand-Painted in Peru
Erika Ulloa
This is a very picturesque retablo of a typical scene of the Andes where women work to contribute to their families and the education of their children. Here they are seen collecting flowers and... read more$109.99$98.99Artist: Erika Ulloa
United for Peace
Handcrafted Traditional Retablo of Soldiers Asking for Peace
United for Peace, Handcrafted Traditional Retablo of Soldiers Asking for Peace
Erika Ulloa
"This work is my own vision of world peace, and also how I portray that message to the world through my art. Through this altarpiece, I want to convey the importance of seeing ourselves as... read more$134.99$121.49Artist: Erika Ulloa
Love for All Eternity
Day of the Dead Themed Afterlife Wedding Ceramic Retablo
Love for All Eternity, Day of the Dead Themed Afterlife Wedding Ceramic Retablo
Jose Ramos
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... read more$77.99$70.19Artist: Jose Ramos
Together until the End
Day of the Dead Style Afterlife Wedding Ceramic Retablo
Together until the End, Day of the Dead Style Afterlife Wedding Ceramic Retablo
Jose Ramos
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... read more$77.99$70.19Artist: Jose Ramos
Afterlife Canteen
Hand-Painted Ceramic Day of the Dead Style Retablo from Peru
Afterlife Canteen, Hand-Painted Ceramic Day of the Dead Style Retablo from Peru
Jose Ramos
This vibrant retablo showcases a group of skeletons that rise from their eternal dreams and return for a night of earthly pleasures, eating, drinking and celebrating their lives and memories. Evoking... read more$139.99$125.99Artist: Jose Ramos
Andean Mask Shop
Hand-Painted Ceramic Mask-Themed Retablo from Peru
Andean Mask Shop, Hand-Painted Ceramic Mask-Themed Retablo from Peru
Jose Ramos
Reflecting Peruvian carnival traditions, this fantastic retablo depicts a group of artisans peddling their handcrafted masks. Jose Ramos designs the festive retablo, crafted of wood with hand-painted... read more$184.99$166.49Artist: Jose Ramos
Christmas with Musicians
Handcrafted Christmas Retablo Diorama Nativity Scene
Christmas with Musicians, Handcrafted Christmas Retablo Diorama Nativity Scene
Alejandro Chavez
Watching over their tiny son, Mary and Joseph smile as shepherds adore the newborn Christ child. Beneath, musicians in fanciful costumes serenade them. Alejandro Chávez portrays the scenes on two... read more$49.99$44.99Artist: Alejandro Chavez
Great Day
Nativity scene
Great Day, Nativity scene
Alejandro Chavez
A great day has arrived; Joseph and Mary stand side by side, lovingly watching over the baby Jesus. Accompanied by shepherds and their barn animals, the Holy Family evokes the spirit of Christmas.... read more$49.99$44.99Artist: Alejandro Chavez
Nativity in the Highlands
Handcrafted Christmas Manger Scene Retablo Diorama
Nativity in the Highlands, Handcrafted Christmas Manger Scene Retablo Diorama
Julio Gallardo
Watching over their tiny son, young Mary and Joseph are awestruck as they receive the visit of Andean shepherds. All wear the warm clothing of the Peruvian highlands. The Christmas star illuminates... read more$129.99$116.99Artist: Julio Gallardo
Blessed Are Those Who Come
Nativity scene
Blessed Are Those Who Come, Nativity scene
Alejandro Chavez
Huddled together inside an Andean hut, the Holy Family welcomes the Three Wise Men in an endearing nativity scene by Alejandro Chavez. Each figurine is crafted of plaster of Paris, hand-painted to... read more$29.99$26.99Artist: Alejandro Chavez
The Magi Bring Gifts
Three Kings Christmas-Themed Ayacucho Retablo from Peru
The Magi Bring Gifts, Three Kings Christmas-Themed Ayacucho Retablo from Peru
Alejandro Chavez
Guided by a great star in the East, the Three Kings make their way to Bethlehem to meet a newborn king. Alejandro Chavez tells a portion of the Bible's Christmas story in this charming nativity scene.... read more$34.99$27.99Artist: Alejandro Chavez