wooden gifts (18 items)
Red Dragonfly Days
Andean Reverse-Painted Glass Dragonfly Box in Red
Red Dragonfly Days, Andean Reverse-Painted Glass Dragonfly Box in Red
Gelacio Giron
Edged with golden color, this beautiful decorative box is the work of Gelacio Giron. Dragonflies dance amid blossoms on a deep red background. Painted by hand on the reverse side of glass panes, the... read more$69.99$62.99Artist: Gelacio Giron
Holiday Traditions
Mini Holiday-Themed Retablos
Holiday Traditions, Mini Holiday-Themed Retablos
Alejandro Chavez
This delightful set of three holiday retablos is created by Peru's Alejandro Chavez. Artisans craft the three mini retablos from wood, placing small hand-painted ceramic figures within. One features a... read more$47.99$43.19Artist: 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
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$74.99$67.49Artist: Jesus Urbano
Pleasant Memories
Wood Glass Photo Frame with Striped Andean Textile (4x6)
Pleasant Memories, Wood Glass Photo Frame with Striped Andean Textile (4x6)
Marlene Guisgueta
Andean textiles are not only a testimony to the region's rich art but also a way to convey the culture's spiritual worldview through colorful stripes that together form a charming composition. This... read more$37.99$34.19Artist: Marlene Guisgueta
Te Amo
Romantic Folk Art Retablo
Te Amo, Romantic Folk Art Retablo
Alejandro Chavez
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... read more$39.99$35.99Artist: Alejandro Chavez
Lord of Miracles
Ceramic and Wood Crucifix Retablo from Peru
Lord of Miracles, Ceramic and Wood Crucifix Retablo from Peru
Erika Ulloa
Paying homage to Jesus's sacrifice, Peruvian artisan Erika Ulloa creates this stunning retablo. Within a wood box, Jesus on the cross is surrounded by people who adore him, visited by the Holy Spirit.... read more$89.99$80.99Artist: Erika Ulloa
Night in Bethlehem
Nativity-Themed Retablo
Night in Bethlehem, Nativity-Themed Retablo
Alejandro Chavez
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... read more$39.99$35.99Artist: Alejandro Chavez
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
Not One Woman Less
Wood and Ceramic Celebration Retablo from Peru
Not One Woman Less, Wood and Ceramic Celebration Retablo from Peru
Erika Ulloa
For this traditional retablo, Peruvian artisan Erika Ulloa draws inspiration from the Latin feminist movement known as Ni una menos, or "Not One Woman Less" in English. Ni una menos is a... read more$79.99$71.99Artist: Erika Ulloa
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
Flower Shop
Floral Wood and Ceramic Retablo from Peru
Flower Shop, Floral Wood and Ceramic Retablo from Peru
Erika Ulloa
Working in the retablo tradition, Erika Ulloa creates this decor accessory that celebrates the floral culture of Peru. Composed from petite figurines that are crafted from ceramic and painted by hand... read more$99.99$89.99Artist: 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$99.99$89.99Artist: Erika Ulloa
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
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
Party of Masks
Retablo Folk Art Wall Mirror
Party of Masks, Retablo Folk Art Wall Mirror
Alejandro Chavez
This mirror reflects the festive traditions of the Andes, when people wear colorful and sometimes mystical masks to celebrate their patron saint. Alejandro Chávez crafts each mask by hand of ceramic.... read more$54.99$49.49Artist: Alejandro Chavez
Tree of Life
Artisan Crafted Fine Mahogany and Cedar Wood Tree Sculpture
Tree of Life, Artisan Crafted Fine Mahogany and Cedar Wood Tree Sculpture
John Barrow
"I made this sculpture as a tribute to life," confides John Barrow. "The different colors represent the joy of life, of feeling, and of having hope for the future. Its optimism is... read more$69.99$62.99Artist: John Barrow
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