I purchased one for myself and another for my sisters-in-law.
Gracefully carved with excellent color choices.
I feel a tad guilty as I’ve depleted much of Jocara’s available inventory!
I have several pieces by the Montalvo Family. Each was made with great skill and spirituality. The carvers have been blest with much talent. I am so honored to have their work in my home.
May God continue to bless this family for sharing their gifts. Please support these artists.
The carving of THE HOLY FAMILY is amazing. Javier is extremely gifted and is putting his gift to perfection. I love this carving and as soon as I've had it blessed by a Priest ,it will hang it on my wall.
Thank you Javier.
"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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