Name: Wood retablo, Saint Martin de Porres
SKU: 203941

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.

$49.99 Wholesale

$49.99
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.

$57.99 Wholesale

$57.99
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.

$79.99 Wholesale

$79.99
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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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Glowing Guadalupe Handcrafted Pinewood Mary Statuette from Guatemala

Juan and Carolina

(78)

Seeming to glow with holy energy, the mother of Jesus is captured in this impressive statuette from Guatemala. Artisan duo Juan and Carolina create the statuette, carved of pinewood and hand-painted with floral motifs in rustic tones. Each tendril of light that surrounds her is made of a separate piece of wood, and is removable. Say the artisans, "We love being able to create all of these pieces, because with them we can portray saints that are worthy of the devotion of many Guatemalans who have witnessed their miracles through fervent orations."

$167.99 Wholesale

$167.99
Loving Saint Hand Painted Pinewood Sculpture of Saint Francis

Juan and Carolina

(78)

Guatemalan artisans Juan and Carolina portray Saint Francis and his love of animals in this touching pinewood sculpture. Two birds perch on the saint's shoulders, while a dog sits at his side. Hand-painted yellow and green floral motifs decorate his red robe. The two protruding birds are removable.

$89.99 Wholesale

$89.99
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Our Lady of Mount Carmel Guatemalan Hand Carved Virgin of Mount Carmel Statue

Jose Canil Ramos

(170)

Cradling tiny Jesus in her arms, the Virgin of Mount Carmel proffers a pair of scapulars; the child offers two more. Jose Canil Ramos portrays them in a colorful wood sculpture with protective felt on the base.

This Madonna is 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.

The hands are removed for shipping.

$124.99 Wholesale

$124.99
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Saint Anthony of Padua Hand-Painted Wood Anthony of Padua Statuette from Guatemala

Juan and Carolina

(78)

Known for his devotion to the poor and sick, Saint Anthony of Padua the Portuguese Catholic priest is paid homage in this reverent statuette from Guatemala. Artisan duo Juan and Carolina create this statuette, which is carved from pinewood to depict the saint as he holds baby Jesus in one hand. Colorful floral motifs are painted by hand, and Saint Anthony's hand is removable.

$79.99 Wholesale

$79.99
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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.

$69.99 Wholesale

$69.99
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

$79.99
Saint Joseph Floral Wood Statuette of Saint Joseph from Guatemala

Juan and Carolina

(78)

Cradling baby Jesus in one arm, Saint Joseph adds a touch of Christian reverence to any home. Guatemalan duo Juan and Carolina create this statuette, which is carved from pinewood and painted by hand with colorful floral motifs.

$84.99 Wholesale

$84.99
Jesus Revived, Hand-Painted Floral Wood Jesus Statuette from Guatemala

Juan and Carolina

(78)

$79.99 Wholesale

$79.99
Saint Joseph, Artisan Crafted Wood Sculpture of Saint Joseph

Sarwaedi

(155)

$157.99 Wholesale

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

Armen Malkhasyan

$49 Wholesale

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

Armen Malkhasyan

$59 Wholesale

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

Armen Malkhasyan

$69 Wholesale

$69
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
Judas Thaddeus, Cedar Sculpted and Hand Painted Image of Judas Thaddeus

Huergo and Menchaca

(16)

$109.99 Wholesale

$109.99
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Archangel Saint Michael, Cedar Wood Relief Panel of Saint Michael from Peru

Montalvo Family

(62)

$167.99 Wholesale

$167.99
Etchmiadzin Cathedral, Etchmiadzin Cathedral Beech Wood Sculpture Carved in Armenia

Armen Malkhasyan

$69 Wholesale

$69
Saint Rose, Hand-Painted Wood and Ceramic Saint Rose of Lima Retablo

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

$39.99 Wholesale

$39.99
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)

$329.99 Wholesale

$329.99
Hope in Guadalupe, Religious Hand-Painted Wood Virgin of Guadalupe Retablo

Alejandro Chavez

(206)

$47.99 Wholesale

$47.99
Holy Family in Green, 6-Piece Celadon Ceramic Nativity Scene with Green Glaze

Kanda

(42)

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$129.99

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 Joseph'

Louise

Aug 12, 2025

Sculpture of St Joseph

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.

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Wood retablo, 'Saint Martin de Porres'

Susan

Jan 2, 2017

Both bright and rustic

This retablo is a lovely expression of St. Martin's spirituality. It has a very rustic feel even though it has bright colors. I love the little dog and cat at his feet.

Nice!