This sculpture is one of three I purchased from Juan & Carolina. The ever humble St Joseph is simply carved and is painted with cheerful flowers.
I also purchased the carved Jesus and the carved Corona Mary pieces.
These pieces will be forever cherished.
Mother of Love displayed where I can see her beauty every day.
This item is beautifully hand-crafted. The detail work and colors are exceptional!
Thank you Juan and Carolina for all the love you so obviously put into your work.
"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
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