Folk Art & Nativities
Ceramic sculpture, 'The Last Supper'
This decorative ceramic piece features the "Ultima Cena" (Last Supper) with Jesus Christ and his twelve apostles. It was molded by the adroit hands of the Mamani family who orient their work to the mystical expression of Peruvian villages.
Ceramic nativity scene, 'Birth of Jesus'
Borne out of faith and tradition, this nativity scene evokes respectful admiration. Feriberto Aylas captures the solemn intensity of the Three King's visit to the newborn Jesus, bringing gifts of frankincense, gold and myrrh.
Ceramic nativity scene, 'Shepherd Companions' (set of 8)
Evoking the power of faith, this scene features a vigil, where the Holy Family and the shepherds are dressed in traditional garb. Feriberto Aylas' work evidences the legendary Ayacucho ceramic techniques, as he recreates this solemn scene with distinct Andean stylizations.
Celadon ceramic statuette, 'Mercy Karen'
Kneeling to pet her dog, a Karen woman in traditional dress is a study in beauty. Thatsanee and Ramphan sculpt her in celadon ceramic. The Karen are renowned for their colorful weavings, which distinguish each subgroup within the Karen population of Thailand and Burma.
Ceramic nativity scene, 'Christmas on a Half Shell'
Sheltered by a seashell, Mary and Joseph kneel protectively by the manger where baby Jesus sleeps. The Mamani Family portrays them beneath the Christmas star, accompanied by a quiet cow and donkey. Crowned by golden haloes, the Holy Family forms a scene of gratitude and joy.
Ceramic nativity scene, 'Christmas in the Great House'
The hacendado, or owner of the vast hacienda opens his home to Mary and Joseph in their search for shelter. From the relative luxury of the great house, the Holy Family receives a visit from shepherds in traditional Andean dress.
Ceramic nativity scene, 'Christmas with Cactus'
A prickly pear cactus grows alongside the thatch-roofed stable that shelters the Holy Family. In the dim, quiet interior, Mary and Joseph kneel as they gaze adoringly at the Christ child. Alberto Aparicio Canchari creates an enchanting nativity scene, rooted in the New World.
Ceramic nativity scene, 'Star of Bethlehem'
Hanging low in the sky, the Christmas star pauses above the stable where baby Jesus sleeps in a manger. Joseph stands alertly by the door but Mary steals a peek at her beautiful child.
Ceramic nativity scene, 'Tropical Christmas
As a parrot and monkey celebrate in a tree laden with tropical fruit, Mary and Joseph receive the Christ child in the cave below. Set in the Peruvian Amazon, the first Christmas is depicted in ceramic.
Ceramic nativity scene, 'Andean Cherub'
Stars appear on cactus where a cherub in Andean dress hovers on gentle wings. At its foot, Mary and Joseph receive the newborn Christ child. Feriberto Aylas captures their love and wonder in this charming ceramic nativity scene.