Cross of Lamentation Hand Made Religious Wood Retablo Diorama Andean Folk Art Flats 6 Inches Tall

6 Inches Tall

The ends of the shawl culminate in a short fringe

Wayan Rendah depicts the lithe body of a senam

Balinese artisan Nyoman Ariawan proudly presents his newest sterling silver dangle earrings

Cross of Lamentation Hand Made Religious Wood Retablo Diorama Andean Folk Art Flats 6 Inches TallAfter 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