I loved this nativity as soon as I saw it, but I hesitated to buy it for myself because I already had a nativity that I liked a lot. The next year, my husband bought it for me as a gift, and I am so glad. It's exquisite! The picture doesn't even do it justice. I will treasure it always.
This is the second nativity sculpture I have ordered by this artist. The first one was for me and this one is for a friend who fell in love with my family. The figures are beautiful and so intricately detailed. I smile at these pieces. Mr. Aylas is truly gifted.
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.
"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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