Andean Retablo Nativity Scene MED, Hand painted Ceramic

$52.00

Inspired by the traditional Ayacucho retablo, a handcrafted wooden folk-art altarpiece known for its colorful miniature scenes and intricate details, this piece tells the story of the birth of Jesus through the eyes of Andean culture. A beautiful tribute to Peru's artistic heritage and a meaningful addition to your Christmas décor. In this scene, the Sacred Family dressed as traditional cholitos, alongside Andean shepherds, this colorful Nativity scene brings together faith, culture, and ancestral traditions.

Ceramic artisan Yeni Ramos uses local Andean clay creating diminutive nativity scenes in ceramic, and hand paint them in the tradition of her family. The Holy Family appears in Ayacucho style flower setting, decorated with traditional style iconography. 

Features:

* Holy Family retablo style scene with doors

* Measurements:

  • Closed: 5.5” high × 4.3 wide × 2” deep 
    Open: 5.5” high × 9” wide × 2” deep
  • Handmade Ayacucho-style retablo
  • Each piece is unique and color might vary slightly

A gift made with love by our indigenous Quechua artisans carry extra love, color, and sustains the lives of the artisan community in Cuzco, Peru.

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