art pieces

A vibrant ensemble of Peruvian custom, this traditional retablo is transformed into an exceptional picture frame by Alejandro Chávez. Retablos originally featured religious passages and now Chavez uses this art form to showcase Peruvian traditions as in the lower panel he recreates the colorful revelry of an Andean feast. The side panels flanking the photograph depict quotidian scenes and the upper panel stages the collection of the tuna, a fruit of enticing flavor that grows on the prickly pear cactus. Chavez handcrafts this piece from wood and fills it with myriad personages well defined and detailed.

The energy of the land emanates from this expression of Peruvian folk art, while a divine scene above sanctifies the labors of rural Peru. Known as a retablo, this piece reflects the passion and talent of Alejandro Chavez. He crafts the frame by hand, creating shelves to display his tiny ceramic figures painted to joyous perfection.

Depicting traditional Andean scenes, this miniature wall retablo is handcrafted by artisan Jesus Urbano of Peru. Using carrizo reeds and plaster, the artisan creates a cheerful, colourful piece of decor that exudes Latin American style.

Depicting traditional Andean scenes, this miniature wall retablo is handcrafted by artisan Jesus Urbano of Peru. Using a hollowed and cross-cut carrizo reed as the holder and plaster to form the scenery and people, the artisan creates a cheerful, colourful piece of decor that exudes Latin American style.

In a rectangular composition, scenes celebrating childhood games decorate the frame of this wall mirror from Peru. Alejandro Chavez designs this piece of wall decor, elabourating four sections with petite hand-painted figurines in the style of traditional retablos. From human pyramids to kites and soccer, this mirror captures the spirit of an Andean childhood.