Virgin Mary Painted Wood Retablo Andes Folk Art Handmade in Peru Topaz symbolize power and poise

symbolize power and poise

preserving the subtle cedar-like aroma of the natural fibers

The ornate silver patterns are inspired by the curls on the statues of Buddha in Borobudur Temple

Despite being just 4 degrees from the equator

Artisan Made Pastika of Bali carves the wood figurine by hand

Virgin Mary Painted Wood Retablo Andes Folk Art Handmade in Peru Topaz symbolize power and poiseSurrounded by an array of flowers, rays of light burst in a halo about the Virgin Mary. Alejandro Chvez shows her expression of loving concern for her son, Jesus, and for mankind. Known as a retablo, this traditional diorama is housed in a colorful chest crafted of wood and painted. Chvez carefully models each figure from ceramic plaster and paints them by hand. materials: MDF, ceramic Signed by the artist 9. 25 in. H x 5. 25 in. W x 3. 3 in. D Clean