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Peruvian Nativity Scene Ceramic Sculpture, "Born in a Canoe"

Product ID: 186599

The Holy Family sails on a traditional reed canoe in this endearing nativity scene by Alberto Aparicio Canchari. Known as caballito de totora, the... more

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The Holy Family sails on a traditional reed canoe in this endearing nativity scene by Alberto Aparicio Canchari. Known as caballito de totora, the canoe is filled with three sacks destined as offerings to the land. The beige one is filled with water, the green one with yucca, and there are potatoes and lima beans in each of the two black ones. Sheep and llamas guard Baby Jesus in a nativity scene that is sculpted by hand with Andean pride.

  • 0.18 kgs
  • 0.4 lbs
  • 5 cm H x 15 cm W x 6 cm D
  • 2" H x 6" W x 2.4" D

  • Ceramic
  • Made in Peru
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Peruicon info
  • Product ID: 186599
Alberto Aparicio Canchari
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David

From Worcester, England

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Jun 23, 2016

“Magnificent Christmas Piece”

I get this magnificent Nativity scene out every Christmas and admire its exquisite detail and the superb way it is painted

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Sally

From Doha - Qatar

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Oct 21, 2016

“Peruvian Nativity Scene Ceramic Sculpture, 'Born i”

It is simply amazing and packaging is excellent.

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Melinda

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Jan 17, 2019

“Unique and cherished”

Beautifully crafted very detailed great price and love the special touches of postcard and wrapping . Great artisan!

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Raymond

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Sep 26, 2024

“Beauty in art”

I love the creativity and display

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JAVIER

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Jun 20, 2024

“Precioso y original”

Es muy muy bonito!!! Y muy original!! Me encanta!!! Tal cual en las fotos. Llegó pronto y en perfectas condiciones. Estaba muy bien embalado. Es de los nacimientos más originales que tengo. Muy contento con la compra. Llevaba tiempo queriendo comprarlo. Una maravilla!! Gracias!!!

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OLGA

From Morada USA

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Apr 04, 2023

“One of a kind.”

What an amazing one of a kind piece. So happy I bought it and will pass on down to my kids.

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Alberto Aparicio Canchari has received a $600 microcredit loan with 0% interest. Proceeds were used to invest in raw materials so as to have plenty of stock ready when the high sales season arrives.

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