First Christmas in Peru Andean Handcrafted Retablo Diorama Folk Art Nativity Scene Sterling and Gemstone Dyed with organic pigments

Dyed with organic pigments

her two hands raised towards the sky

Intricate spiral motifs and a glistening goldstone bead distinguish the design

Wayan Asmana presents them in a silver bracelet

Sterling silver accents offer a harmonious contrast in earrings by India's Narayani

First Christmas in Peru Andean Handcrafted Retablo Diorama Folk Art Nativity Scene Sterling and Gemstone Dyed with organic pigmentsWatching over their tiny son, Mary and Joseph receive the visit of Andean shepherds. All wear the warm clothing of the Peruvian highlands. A cow and donkey kneel beside the manger in this charming nativity scene by Alejandro Chavez. This traditional diorama is known as a retablo and each figurine is individually modeled and painted by hand. materials: Plywood, ceramic Signed by the artist Hand crafted item color, size and or motif may vary slightly 6