christmas nativity scene

Located in the center of Peru, Tarma is a village known for its music and dance traditions. Among these traditions, Huayno is a distinctive dance performed by a man and a woman, characterized by agile stomping of the feet. Artisan Erika Ulloa pays homage to this dance, combining it with a traditional nativity scene. Handcrafted of ceramic and painted by hand, the intricate figures of the dancers perform around baby Jesus, accompanied by a band of woodwind and string instrumentalists.

Peruvian duo Margarita and Martha handcraft four star ornaments from cotton blend fibers, featuring beautiful multicolored stripes. Hanging from the tree on a length of silk cord, each ornament features an expressive Andean nativity scene, depicting a woman that holds the child and a man that plays melodies on the pan flute. Gold and silver-tone beads accent each nativity scene for a wonderful Christmas set.

Perfect to add the serene Andean spirit to your interiors, this Peruvian nativity scene depicts a group of musicians in celebration of the holy birth. Feriberto Aylas paints each of the nine figurines by hand, featuring Jesus, Joseph and Mary alongside farm animals and a talented trio that plays traditional instruments.

This handcrafted retablo by Jose Ramos of Peru fuses the traditional nativity scene with the joy of an Andean festival. Graceful three-dimensional flowers and vines cover both sides of the green doors. Inside, a host of Andean musicians celebrate the baby in the manger with Mary and Joseph lovingly looking on.

This handcrafted wall mirror by Alejandro Chavez is a one-of-a-kind masterpiece that seamlessly blends the artistic traditions of Ayacucho, Peru, with contemporary decorative elements. Its wooden frame, meticulously hand-carved and painted, bursts with vibrant colors and delicate floral designs that elegantly frame the central composition. At its heart lies the mirror itself, radiating light and adding visual depth while reflecting not only its surroundings but also the profound cultural and spiritual connection of the Andean people to their heritage. Surrounding the mirror, intricately hand-molded and painted ceramic figurines bring to life everyday and festive scenes from rural Andean life: farmers working the land, musicians playing traditional instruments and dancers dressed in vivid regional attire. Adding further dimension, the piece prominently features a nativity scene and a depiction of Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden, each rendered with exquisite detail and reverence.