Hand Made Religious Wood Retablo Diorama Andean Folk Art - Cross of Lamentation Hemp accenting a sterling silver floral

accenting a sterling silver floral motif with faceted citrine and amethyst stones

It is crafted by hand

who was imprisoned under the watch of nine guards

the teacups are shaped like an elephant and given a beautiful blue glaze

The piece comes in a gorgeous combination of ivory and blue hues

Hand Made Religious Wood Retablo Diorama Andean Folk Art - Cross of Lamentation Hemp accenting a sterling silver floralAfter Christ's death on the cross, the image itself came to be venerated as one of the most important Christian symbols. Alejandro Chvez shows an empty cross, graced with a portrait of Jesus. Ladders reach to beams where ofrendas (offerings) have been placed. Figures in traditional Andean dress kneel below the cross, their eyes lifted in devout prayer. Known as a retablo, this traditional diorama is housed in a colorful chest crafted of wood and