First Christmas in Peru Andean Handcrafted Retablo Diorama Folk Art Nativity Scene _artisan--novica-artisan-8518 Thai artisan Somyot Sawasdee creates

Thai artisan Somyot Sawasdee creates the original design of this mask with intricate tribal markings

soapstone and bauxite on brass hooks

evoking a swinging chandelier of sterling silver

Reads: "I love you to infinity"

An ornate amulet with woven sterling silver on each side makes a beautiful bracelet

First Christmas in Peru Andean Handcrafted Retablo Diorama Folk Art Nativity Scene _artisan--novica-artisan-8518 Thai artisan Somyot Sawasdee createsWatching over their tiny son, Mary and Joseph receive the visit of Andean shepherds. All wear the warm clothing of the Peruvian highlands. A cow and donkey kneel beside the manger in this charming nativity scene by Alejandro Chavez. This traditional diorama is known as a retablo and each figurine is individually modeled and painted by hand. materials: Plywood, ceramic Signed by the artist Hand crafted item color, size and or motif may vary slightly 6