Art Peru
Ceramic nativity scene, 'Christmas in Peru' (set of 8)
Price: $39.95*
(NOVICA)
Dressed warmly against the highland cold, Mary and Joseph welcome baby Jesus. Shepherds bring gifts to the newborn Messiah, while a cow and donkey kneel beside the manger. Eugenio Balcazar crafts eight charming figurines for a contemporary Andean nativity scene.
Merchant: NOVICA
Ceramic statuette, 'North Peruvian Dancer' (large)
Whirling to the rhythms of traditional tunes, a woman performs a folk dance from northern Peru. She holds her swirling skirt with both hands, smiling and singing as she moves to the music. Marzesa depicts the girl with long braids and a flower in her hair.
Merchant: NOVICA
Ceramic nativity scene, 'Saviour' (set of 10)
Juan Soto sets the first Christmas in Peru in this charming nativity scene. Ceramic figurines portray Mary, Joseph, and shepherds with the tiny Christ child. Dressed in warm Andean clothing, the set of ten includes llamas instead of cattle.
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Cotton table runner, 'Amazon Paths'
A bold black border surrounds the delicate tracery of Peru's Shipibo art. By Giuliana and Carmen, this elegant table runner honors the art of these Amazon people. The maze-like patterns that distinguish Shipibo artistry are patiently executed by hand.
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Cuzco vase, 'Glyphs and Ladders'
Colorful glyphs from Peru's impressive past preserve their intrigue through the art of the Paucar Family. They paint the geometric iconography by hand on a ceramic vase inspired by the art of the Inca.
Merchant: NOVICA
Retablo mirror, 'My Traditions'
Peru's millenary traditions inspire Alejandro Ch�vez in the colorful design of this retablo mirror. The door opens to reveal four detailed scenes featuring hand-crafted ceramic figurines harvesting tuna (prickly pear), selling hats and cloaks, and celebrating the mask dance.
Merchant: NOVICA