Cross of Lamentation Hand Made Religious Wood Retablo Diorama Andean Folk Art _artisan--novica-artisan-13958 Overflowing in character and playful

Overflowing in character and playful designs

hematite & rayon

Sip in style and comfort with an elevated travel mug

and a high polish finish completes the design

and securing it with an aventurine button clasp

Cross of Lamentation Hand Made Religious Wood Retablo Diorama Andean Folk Art _artisan--novica-artisan-13958 Overflowing in character and playfulAfter 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