This Retablo ornament has a colorful ceramic nativity scene inside a painted gourd. Retablos, or image boxes, were originally brought to Peru from Spain, and portrayed scenes of faith and daily life.
Decorative only.
Keep out of reach of children.
Notes: Due to the handcrafted nature of these natural gourds, variations in size and shape occur, making each one unique.
Average size 4"H - sizes will vary
Handmade in Peru
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Deep and lasting relationships are essential to this family-run business, whose name means "hands joined in friendship." They bring the wares of 60 workshops across Peru - gourd carvers, ceramicists, jewelry makers and reverse-painted glass artisans - to market. They create a variety of exquisite handicrafts that tell stories of tradition and resilience. "I want to keep going, keep working to get ahead. My work is a happiness." - Eulogio Medinamanos