I was afraid these would be very fragile pieces, but they are actually quite sturdy and indeed very beautiful. My four-year-old grandson helped to unpack them and arrange them for Christmas. I am very impressed with the artisanship. The price is very reasonable given the quality of the 10 pieces.
the dolls were even more adorable than the picture. the item was packaged tight to prevent any break n delivery. Read mission of Novica and want support artisans so they too can live quality of live with families.
Will definitely order again,
Carol
This is a very detailed, beautiful retablo rendition of the nativity story with colorful details from S. American culture. It has been displayed many times at the annual Christmas Creche Exhibit held every year in Palo Alto, CA. I am proud to have it as part of my nativity collection.
"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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