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This unique set of four hand-painted ornaments is from Peru's Anita Contreras. Molded from ceramic in the shape of little cars, each ornament is centered by an Andean-style nativity scene.
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Very creative and cute crèche in a car. Arrived without a scratch or chip. Packaged well without bubble wrap - you all are amazing. Feliz Navidad. Gracias, Colleen
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I have these hanging under my patio. I was a little concerned about the wind since they are ceramic , but so far no problems. They add a nice touch of color and whimsy.
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These piece are so beautifully made! Theyre also larger than expected, and were packed with safe delivery in mind. The craftsmanship and color of these pieces is gorgeous! The minimalism made everyone who saw them in my home stop to look at them, pause, and be still. They really invoke a sense of calm in the midst of the chaos of what the birth of Christ must have been like. These will be part of my Christmas tablescape forever. Thank you so much for creating these!
You can find our ceramic ornaments 'Traveling Nativity' (set of 4) by Anita Contreras in holiday decor & ornaments categories such as Religious Ornaments, Nativity Ornaments, Hand Painted Ornaments, Christmas Ornaments and Christian Ornaments. Enjoy exploring these sections for other Novica treasures.
Confronting Adversity
Daily life is difficult for Anita. She cannot afford to leave her husband. She works hard, dreaming of the day she can leave the torment and the verbal abuse behind her. She dreams of being able to move to her own place with her children.
Preserving Traditions
Anita comes from Quinua, a town in Ayacucho famous for its traditional pottery known as Quinua ceramics. Her grandfather was a master ceramist but Anita received most of her training at a workshop in Lima. Over time, the distinctive form of this traditional ceramic art has evolved to include molding. Many of Anita's pieces are made with her own molds. She credits her perfectionism and determination to learn something every day with letting her master this art.
Empowering Women
Anita is an important representative of our Women's Empowerment badge, in part because her struggle is still ongoing. "I was forced to marry a man I didn't love, and have endured a lifetime of belittling taunts from my husband. Although he mocks my ceramic work, I continue to produce art in hopes that I may one day have the financial stability to leave him." Anita reminds us that women’s empowerment is not a simple destination but a continuous process.
Profound Impact
Every purchase brings Anita one step closer to her independence. Her Novica sales renew her faith in her convictions that she is on the right path. She never loses sight of her goal to move to her own place and to better provide for her family.
Enabling Education
Even though two of her children are grown, Anita continues to pay for their studies. Her eldest daughter has a son and Anita is helping to raise him.
Caring for Children
Anita has dealt with adversity and an abusive husband while struggling to provide for her four children and one grandchild.
"I liked ceramics and was curious about how they were crafted. I was born in an artisan village, so how could I not love this art?"