Name: Retablo, Chapel of Quinua
SKU: 61308

Andean Mask Shop Hand-Painted Ceramic Mask-Themed Retablo from Peru

Jose Ramos

(3)

Reflecting Peruvian carnival traditions, this fantastic retablo depicts a group of artisans peddling their handcrafted masks. Jose Ramos designs the festive retablo, crafted of wood with hand-painted ceramic figurines inside. Floral motifs decorate the doors, which can be displayed open or closed.

£173.36 Wholesale

£173.36
Party in the Cemetery Hand-Painted Day of the Dead Ceramic Retablo from Peru

Jose Ramos

(3)

Reflecting Peruvian attitudes towards death, this fantastic retablo depicts a group of skeletons gathering for a wedding in the cemetery. Jose Ramos designs the Day of the Dead retablo, crafted of wood with hand-painted ceramic figurines inside. Floral motifs decorate the doors, which can be displayed open or closed.

£173.36 Wholesale

£173.36
Dancing Party Dance-Themed Wood and Ceramic Retablo from Peru

Erika Ulloa

(41)

Crafted by hand from ceramic, a group of dancers and musicians bring down the house in this traditional retablo from Peru. Erika Ulloa creates this cultural addition to your home decor. The retablo is crafted of wood, featuring hand-painted floral motifs on the swinging doors and at the top.

£72.83 Wholesale

£72.83
Adoration of Baby Jesus Ceramic and Wood Dance-Themed Retablo from Peru

Erika Ulloa

(41)

Playing traditional instruments and dancing with revelry, a group of people celebrate baby Jesus in this retablo by Peruvian artisan Erika Ulloa. Within a box of wood, the musicians, Jesus, Joseph, Mary, and an alpaca are crafted of ceramic for an intricate composition. Erika diligently paints the retablo by hand, opening with floral doors that swing on faux leather hinges.

£95.40 Wholesale

£95.40
Afterlife Canteen Hand-Painted Ceramic Day of the Dead Style Retablo from Peru

Jose Ramos

(3)

This vibrant retablo showcases a group of skeletons that rise from their eternal dreams and return for a night of earthly pleasures, eating, drinking and celebrating their lives and memories. Evoking the Day of the Dead, Peru’s Jose Ramos designs this unique diorama handcrafted from black walnut wood whose hand-painted ceramic figurines expertly arranged within make it a standout. Elabourate floral and leaf patterns adorn the doors that can be displayed either open or closed, providing a delightful touch.

£132.33 Wholesale

£132.33
Afterlife Love Peruvian Day of the Dead Style Hand-Painted Ceramic Retablo

Jose Ramos

(3)

This extraordinary retablo designed by Peru’s Jose Ramos beautifully captures the essence of true love that transcends life and goes on even in the afterlife. In the unique diorama, two skeletons joyfully toast to their unbreakable bond while holding a red heart that symbolizes their eternal connection. Influenced by the Day of the Dead, this decorative accent is handcrafted from black walnut wood and showcases hand-painted ceramic figurines that are carefully arranged within. The doors, filled with elabourate floral and leaf designs, can be displayed either opened or closed, adding versatility to this captivating creation.

£132.33 Wholesale

£132.33
Love for All Eternity Day of the Dead Themed Afterlife Wedding Ceramic Retablo

Jose Ramos

(3)

Romantic love, that universal feeling that unites two people in life and also in the afterlife, is the inspiration behind Peruvian artisan Jose Ramos’ remarkable retablo where that powerful emotion is represented by two enamored skeletons on their wedding day. Inspired by the Day of the Dead, this exceptional diorama is meticulously handcrafted from black walnut wood. Its hand-painted ceramic figurines are skillfully arranged within with a prominent heart on the top that proudly bears the message “Together forever” in Spanish. Elabourate floral and leaf designs grace the doors which can be displayed opened or closed, offering versatility and enhancing the overall charm of this decorative accent.

£72.83 Wholesale

£72.83
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Together until the End Day of the Dead Style Afterlife Wedding Ceramic Retablo

Jose Ramos

(3)

The profound and timeless emotion of romantic love, which unites two individuals in both life and the afterlife, serves as the driving force behind this extraordinary retablo depicting two skeletons on their wedding day. Influenced by the Day of the Dead, Peru’s Jose Ramos designs this exquisite diorama that captures the essence of this powerful sentiment in the most original fashion. Handcrafted from black walnut wood, the hand-painted ceramic figurines are carefully arranged within while a heart on the top proudly showcases the Spanish message: Juntos por siempre (Together forever). The doors, which can be displayed in either an open or closed position, boast elabourate floral and leaf motifs.

£72.83 Wholesale

£72.83
Chapel of Quinua Collectible Peruvian Wood Multicolor Retablo Sculpture

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

Celestial scenes inhabit the upper composition of this altar, as figures in traditional Andean attire celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ beneath a rich, floral canopy. This form of Peruvian folk art is known as the retablo, especially characteristic of the Ayacucho region. The frame is crafted by hand from wood, while Alejandro Chávez fills the shelves with tiny ceramic characters painted to joyous perfection.

£54.36 Wholesale

£54.36
Love Divine Handcrafted Retablo Nativity Scene Wall Mirror from Peru

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

Alejandro Chavez crafts a mirror frame rooted in Andean tradition with four different vignettes. At the top, Andean shepherds serenade the Holy Family beneath the stars on the very first Christmas. To the left and right, a llama and a cow rest outdoors. Along the bottom are three bright flowers. Known as a retablo, this traditional diorama is housed in a colorful chest crafted of plywood and painted. The Peruvian artisan carefully models each figure from ceramic plaster and paints them by hand to surround a heart-shaped looking glass.

£50.26 Wholesale

£50.26
Tarma Nativity Painted Wood and Ceramic Nativity Scene Retablo from Peru

Erika Ulloa

(41)

Located in the centre of Peru, Tarma is a village known for its music and dance traditions. Among these traditions, Huayno is a distinctive dance performed by a man and a woman, characterised by agile stomping of the feet. Artisan Erika Ulloa pays homage to this dance, combining it with a traditional nativity scene. Handcrafted of ceramic and painted by hand, the intricate figures of the dancers perform around baby Jesus, accompanied by a band of woodwind and string instrumentalists.

£72.83 Wholesale

£72.83
Celebrating the Birth Peruvian Folk Art Wood Retablo

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

Floral doors hide a scene of eternal attraction – the birth of the Baby Jesus. The Three Wise Men accompany Mary and Joseph, every figure attired in the typical clothing of the Peruvian Andes. Alejandro Chavez crafts this retablo altar entirely by hand, constructing a wood frame to house delicately painted figures.

£50.26 Wholesale

£50.26

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Nancy

Feb 5, 2022

Bursting with character

Just received my retablo after looking at them for many years. This Mask Shop is filled to the gills with colorful, quirky and expressive tiny detailed masks. It is beautifully constructed and came well packed. Highly recommend to collector or for a gift.

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Beverly

Dec 19, 2021

Great Christmas gift!

I just love this and was so excited to gift it to special friends who already have a lifetime of accumulated decorations nothing like this!

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Daniel

Sep 28, 2017

Quintessential artistry from Peru

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.

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