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.
This is the fifth retablo by one of my favorite artists Erika Ulloa. Not only is the retablo Beautifully detailed, but the box that houses the diorama is SO BEAUTIFULLY decorated with vivid colorful flowers. Magnificent!!!!
This is the second nativity sculpture I have ordered by this artist. The first one was for me and this one is for a friend who fell in love with my family. The figures are beautiful and so intricately detailed. I smile at these pieces. Mr. Aylas is truly gifted.
"Over the years, I perfected my abilities and became a master retablo craftsman. In some, I depict Biblical scenes and, in others, everyday life in the Andes."
Alejandro Chavez was born in Lima in 1956. He specializes in creating retablos, a kind of reverent diorama-altar typical of the Ayacucho region of... read more
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