peruvian music instruments

Inspired by the Inca pottery found on the Pisac archaeological site in Peru, Dionisio Quilla designs a beautiful blue ocarina with a llama motif and geometric patterns. This ancient wind instrument has a melodic sound most music aficionados appreciate and love. The handmade ocarina comes with a cord so you can wear it around the neck or carry it anywhere.

Music comes alive in miniature through this vibrant retablo that transforms an Andean instrument shop into a captivating three-dimensional scene. Bold florals and delicate leaves dance across the tornillo wood frame in rich, eye-catching hues while inside, hand-sculpted ceramic figures bustle about their musical world with remarkable detail and personality. Handcrafted by Peruvian artisan Julio Gallardo, this charming retablo brings the energy and tradition of Andean culture directly into your space, ready to grace your table or wall with its metallic hanger.

Artisan Dionisio Quilla often depicts traditional motifs in his works as a homage to his beloved country. This time, he handcrafts a gorgeous ceramic ocarina embellished with an Andean multicolor pattern over an orange color. This lovely ocarina is perfect for adding a musical touch and bringing a little piece of Peruvian culture to your interiors.

Embellished with the famous Nazca hummingbird, this stunning ocarina is handcrafted by Peruvian artisan Dionisio Quilla. Perfect for music lovers looking for a cultural addition to their collection, this charming red ocarina is ideal for adding a musical and tasteful touch to your interiors.

After the disappearance of the wise and ancient civilizations that once lived in the prosperous Andean lands, a sweet melody can still be heard from the sacred Peruvian mountains. The antara panpipe is one of the last remnants of the Inca's culture and artistic expressions, present in many contemporary celebrations.

This musical legacy is still alive thanks to artisans like Benito Tito, who has inherited the ancient knowledge of his ancestors to create this precious bamboo antara embellished with acrylic textiles typical of the region. The instrument also comes with a pretty case with Andean motifs.

Perfect to add the serene Andean spirit to your interiors, this Peruvian nativity scene depicts a group of musicians in celebration of the holy birth. Feriberto Aylas paints each of the nine figurines by hand, featuring Jesus, Joseph and Mary alongside farm animals and a talented trio that plays traditional instruments.

This handcrafted wall mirror by Alejandro Chavez is a one-of-a-kind masterpiece that seamlessly blends the artistic traditions of Ayacucho, Peru, with contemporary decorative elements. Its wooden frame, meticulously hand-carved and painted, bursts with vibrant colors and delicate floral designs that elegantly frame the central composition. At its heart lies the mirror itself, radiating light and adding visual depth while reflecting not only its surroundings but also the profound cultural and spiritual connection of the Andean people to their heritage. Surrounding the mirror, intricately hand-molded and painted ceramic figurines bring to life everyday and festive scenes from rural Andean life: farmers working the land, musicians playing traditional instruments and dancers dressed in vivid regional attire. Adding further dimension, the piece prominently features a nativity scene and a depiction of Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden, each rendered with exquisite detail and reverence.