Description: VTG Peruvian "RETABLO" Nativity Wood Box Handpainted/Crafted Folk Art APPROX MEASUREMENTS 6" wide 6.5" tall 6.75" to top of apex 3" deep DESCRIPTION Retablos are particularly relevant in Perus history as priests used these to initially try to convert the indigenous population to Catholicism. Nowadays, they simply depict the nativity scene and people use them to celebrate Christmas with their own Peruvian touches. At first glance these wood, pottery or stone nativity scenes may seem completely normal with nothing out of the ordinary. However, if you take a closer look, youll notice that many of the animals used in Peruvian nativity scenes are llamas and alpacas instead of sheep and goats and also feature an Andean Mary andfriends. Traditionally baby Jesus isn't put into the scene until Christmas day. Smaller scenes like this made in a box, with two doors on the front, are known as 'retablos'. CONDITION Good condition, some smudging of paint on outer box, not sure if that's from when it was made or damage. STORE POLICIES AND DISCLAIMERS Please make sure to look at all the pictures before purchasing, this is a small individual business, and my only form of income, sold as is. No returns unless item not as described. ALL ITEMS MUST RECEIVE COMMUNICATION OR PAYMENT WITHIN 48 HOURS OR SALE WILL BE CANCELLED. Please understand I lose days of sales and interested buyers every time an item is bid on but not paid for. You will be blocked if this is a regular issue. I try to take lots of pictures, and try to give accurate descriptions, but I do make mistakes . I have put a lot of time and cost into an item in order for you to receive it in good condition. Sourcing, Cleaning, Researching, Filming, Listing, Wrapping, Boxing, Etc. If you are totally dissatisfied, or I made a mistake in my listing, I will do my best to make you happy, just contact me first. I welcome questions and answer quickly. All used items are cleaned whenever possible prior to sale. If you check out my store you'll see I have a high positive rating.
Price: 24.99 USD
Location: Pinellas Park, Florida
End Time: 2025-01-25T20:44:07.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Features: Handmade
Number of Items: 1
MPN: na
Handmade: Yes
Subject: Nativity
Collection: na
Occasion: Christmas
Country/Region of Manufacture: Peru
Material: Wood
Brand: Unbranded
Color: Multicolor
Set Includes: Nativity in wood box
Type: Nativity Set
