Once home to the ancient Inca civilization, The Andes region now gives us talented Peruvian artisans, many of whom are of Inca descent. They hold dear the artistic techniques of their ancestors and so practice and preserve them for future generations to enjoy.
Once home to the ancient Inca civilization, The Andes region now gives us talented Peruvian artisans, many of whom are of Inca descent. They hold dear the artistic techniques of their ancestors and so practice and preserve them for future generations to enjoy.
I finally bought my 2nd Montalvo wooden picture to go with the 1st one I bought months ago. They’re beautiful together, a work of art. I’m an artist & really appreciate good workmanship - - - art. Thank you Montalvo family. Carol
A beautiful blend of the secular (a Christmas tree) and the sacred (a Nativity scene). Every figure is handmade and exquisitely done. Everyone who sees it, admires it.
Our kids' elementary school celebrates Dia de los Muertos and this was the perfect gift for my daughter's teacher. She loved them and wore them for the celebration.
"When I was a small child, my parents began teaching me to knit. Like me, they learned them from their own parents. So we are a family devoted to the world of textile arts for generations."
Update (June, 2019)"I come from a humble family of textile artisans and my first jobs were making sweaters that we sold later in a small store in... read more
The Fall Catalog
Discover our unique collection of beautiful, handmade objects from around the world, inspired by more than a century of exploration.