Name: Wood statuette, Saint Francis
SKU: 296524

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Handmade Folk Art Retablo Sculpture of the Virgen del Carmen

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

Wearing an elaborate crown, Our Lady of Mount Carmel extends her arms in benediction. Alejandro Chávez portrays the Madonna named for Mount Carmel in the Holy Land, where a chapel was built in her honor before her assumption into heaven. In 1251, she appeared in England, offering favors and protection to those who wear her scapular. Also known as Immaculate Virgin and Star of the Sea, she inspired the Carmelite order.

Known as a retablo, this traditional diorama is housed in a colorful chest crafted of wood and painted. Chávez carefully models each figure and paints them by hand.

$42.49 Wholesale

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Virgin of La Puerta Hand-Painted Wood and Ceramic Retablo of Mother Mary

Erika Ulloa

(41)

Painted by hand with blue floral motifs, the doors of this wood retablo open to reveal the mother Mary. Guarding the gateway to the town of Otuzco, this devotion of Mary is known as "Virgin of La Puerta." She is crafted from ceramic, her regal clothes diligently painted by hand in tones of gold and red. A sign underneath her reads Virgen de la Puerta, or "Virgin of La Puerta" in Spanish.

$85.49 Wholesale

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Saint Martin de Porres Handmade Wood Retablo Sculpture

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

Alejandro Chávez depicts Saint Martín de Porres, a Dominican brother born in Lima in 1579. Trained in the medical arts, Martin worked in the convent infirmary but also showed great compassion to the sick outside the convent. Chávez crafts the wooden box to house this retablo, or diorama, and paints it in bright colors. The figures are carefully modeled from ceramic plaster and painted by hand.

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Our Lady of Mount Carmel Hand Made Religious Wood Sculpture from Peru

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

Cradling little Jesus in her arms, the Virgin of Mount Carmel smiles with maternal love. Alejandro Chávez portrays the Madonna named for Mount Carmel in the Holy Land, where a chapel was built in her honor before her Assumption into heaven. In 1251 she appeared in England, offering favors and protection to those who wear her scapular. Also known as Immaculate Virgin and Star of the Sea, she inspired the Carmelite order.

This traditional diorama is known as a retablo; each figurine is modeled by hand.

$67.99 Wholesale

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Blessed Are the Animals Purple Robed Image of Francis of Assisi from Guatemala

Jose Canil Ramos

(170)

One of the most popular saints both in the colonial period and now, Francis of Assisi appears here in his role as protector of animals, which are important in rural, traditional life. This sculpture gives the saint a joyful appearance in bright colors and flowered garb. Guatemalan carver Jose Canil Ramos from Guatemala learned to work wood into religious and folk items from his father to sell at the famous Chichicastenango market.

$159.99 Wholesale

$159.99
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Mary Handmade Wood Retablo of the Virgin Mary from Peru

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

Known as Our Lady of Guadalupe, this depiction of mother Mary is popular in South American cultures. Peruvian artisan Alejandro Chavez creates this traditional retablo, crafted of wood with hand-painted floral motifs around the edges. Inside, Mary and baby Jesus are crafted from ceramic paste and given a hand-painted finish.

$62.39 Wholesale

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Virgin of Guadalupe Religious Retablo Sculpture Handamade in Peru

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

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.

$59.49 Wholesale

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Saint John the Evangelist Wood Statuette of Saint John the Evangelist from Guatemala

Juan and Carolina

(78)

With this reverent statuette, Guatemalan duo Juan and Carolina pay homage to Saint John the Evangelist. Known as the author of the Gospel of John, Saint John the Evangelist stands as he holds a bible in one hand. Colorful floral motifs are carefully painted by hand.

$79.99 Wholesale

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Saint Joseph Artisan Crafted Wood Sculpture of Saint Joseph

Sarwaedi

(155)

Balinese carver Sarwaedi creates this outstanding sculpture of Saint Joseph, husband of Mary and venerated patron saint of workers. The beautifully-carved acacia wood statuette depicts Joseph holding a carpenter's square and a wood plane. The fine carving of his head and his draped robes evokes the classical marble sculptures of ancient Greece.

$157.99 Wholesale

$157.99
Saint Hripsime Church Handcrafted Folk Art Saint Hripsime Beech Wood Sculpture

Armen Malkhasyan

The history of the ancient Armenian kingdom is retold in this beech wood sculpture, carved by artisan Armen Malkhasyan. Working with meticulous precision, Armen portrays the Saint Hripsime Church, an ancient complex built in the 7th century as a center of faith and power.

$49 Wholesale

$49
Saint Gayane Church Saint Gayane Church Beech Wood Sculpture Carved in Armenia

Armen Malkhasyan

Built as a monument to the abbess Gayane—in the same place where her martyrdom took place—the Saint Gayane Church is a testimony of Armenia's religious history. Artisan Armen Malkhasyan uses beech wood to craft this sculpture, whose meticulous details recreate the church's magnificence in all its splendor.

$59 Wholesale

$59
Saint Hripsime with Arch Carved Armenian Arch and Saint Hripsime Beech Wood Sculpture

Armen Malkhasyan

Artisan Armen Malkhasyan tells the history of the ancient Armenian kingdom through exquisite woodworking techniques. The artisan uses beech wood to recreate the beauty of the Saint Hripsime Church, this time decorated with a classic arch and the church's name written in Armenian letters.

$69 Wholesale

$69
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Baby's Angel, Suar Wood Guardian Angel Sculpture

Eka

(659)

$129.99 Wholesale

$129.99
Saint Gayane Church with Arch, Artisan Handmade Arch and Saint Gayane Church Wood Sculpture

Armen Malkhasyan

$79 Wholesale

$79
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Archangel Saint Michael, Cedar Wood Relief Panel of Saint Michael from Peru

Montalvo Family

(62)

$159.59 Wholesale

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Etchmiadzin Cathedral, Etchmiadzin Cathedral Beech Wood Sculpture Carved in Armenia

Armen Malkhasyan

$69 Wholesale

$69
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Saint Francis, Wood Statuette of St Francis of Assisi with Animals

Rodrigo Ramos

$119.99 Wholesale

$119.99
Saint Rose, Hand-Painted Wood and Ceramic Saint Rose of Lima Retablo

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

$35.99 Wholesale

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Blue Archangel Gabriel, Cedar Hand Painted Blue Angel Figure from Nicaragua

Huergo and Menchaca

(16)

$89.99 Wholesale

$89.99
Jesus Mary and John I, Cedar cross

Montalvo Family

(62)

$296.99 Wholesale

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Hope in Guadalupe, Religious Hand-Painted Wood Virgin of Guadalupe Retablo

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

$42.49 Wholesale

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Featured Reviews

Cedar cross, 'Jesus, Mary and John I'

Atticus

Mar 4, 2025

Powerful Crucifix

I’ve purchased numerous religious artworks from the Montalvo family. The artwork is extraordinary. I look forward to collecting more beautiful pieces of art from the family.

Wood statuette, 'Saint John the Evangelist'

Patricia

Oct 9, 2020

St. John the Evangelist statuette

I was so excited to receive my Novica order. The packaging was excellent but the best part was the product. The statuette now sits at a prominent place in my living room. It gives me a warm and calm feeling every time I see it. The craftsmanship was excellent and I will continue to order from Novica.

Wood statuette, 'Saint Francis'

Jeannine

Mar 30, 2023

Wonderful Depiction of 'Saint Francis'

Beautiful depiction of 'Saint Francis' surrounded by his caring and love of animals by artist Manuel Delfino. It brings a smile to everyone who sees it! God has blessed you with a great talent, thank you for sharing it with the world!

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