Wood and ceramic nativity scene - Christmas Savior Archaeological handcrafting it of cotton blend

handcrafting it of cotton blend fabric

honoring passion's mysterious but powerful nature

reflecting the convivial and familiar attitudes of the Mexican people towards death

featuring an abstract rooster

Regina Aguilar of Honduras crafts this pretty pair of salad or dessert plates

Wood and ceramic nativity scene - Christmas Savior Archaeological handcrafting it of cotton blendBy Erika Ulloa, this enchanting nativity scene is set in the Peruvian highlands. Llamas kneel beside the manger where the tiny Christ child is blanketed with colorful weavings. Mary, Joseph and the shepherd boys wear traditional Andean apparel. The artisan crafts the wooden box to house this retablo or diorama and paints it in vivid colors. The figures are carefully modeled from clay and painted by hand. Ceramic and plywood 1. 06 lbs Open: 8. 3 inches