Religious Retablo Sculpture Handamade in Peru, "Virgin of Guadalupe"
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Surrounded by flowers, the Virgin of Guadalupe is queen of the heavens. She first appeared in Mexico in 1531 and, as proof of her visit, caused roses to bloom at the site. Named Patron Saint of the Americas by Pope John Paul II, she is a beloved manifestation of the Catholic faith. Alejandro Chávez recreates the portrait that appeared miraculously on the tilma (cactus fiber cloak) of Saint Juan Diego in 1531. He creates the image in a traditional diorama known as a retablo; each figurine is modeled and painted by hand.
- 0.75 kgs
- 1.7 lbs
- Open: 24 cm H x 29 cm W x 8.5 cm D
- Open: 9.5" H x 11.5" W x 3.3" D
- Closed: 24 cm H x 14 cm W x 9 cm D
- Closed: 9.5" H x 5.5" W x 3.5" D
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Elizabeth
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10/27/2021
"Very lively"
One of my Mexican students admired this Retablo. He enjoyed it on the day of the Feast for Our Lady of Guadalupe.
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Virgin of Guadalupe, Religious Retablo Sculpture Handamade in Peru
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Greg
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02/16/2024
"Looks Great in my updated bathroom"
There is an amazing amount of detali in this little mirror. I recently painted and replaced the sink with a Mexican tile backsplash and this sweet little detail fits in perfectly.
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- Bringing warmth and charm to your place
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Laurence
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01/05/2024
"A bright touch of beauty and soul!"
I have now three nativities made by Alejandroand I love every single one!!!!This one found a perfect place in my home and give me joyevery day!
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Gail
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09/30/2023
"Will brighten their Christmas"
Bought as a gift and they loved it. Thank you.
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Richard
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09/15/2023
"Amazing!"
The photos don t do it justice. Amazing. If there are any available, order while you can. Everyone who has seen this frame has commented on how great it is.
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Joel
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07/13/2023
"Absolutely amazing"
For the price, the quality of work is unbelievable.
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"Over the years, I perfected my abilities and became a master retablo craftsman. In some, I depict Biblical scenes and, in others, everyday life in the Andes."
Alejandro Chavez was born in Lima in 1956. He specializes in creating retablos, a kind of reverent diorama-altar typical of the Ayacucho region of... read more