Folk Art & Nativities
Ceramic nativity scene, 'Classic Christmas' (set of 9)
Artisans from Mexico's Reintegrate Foundation create a classic nativity scene in colorful ceramic. They depict a youthful Mary and Joseph with a cow, donkey and sheep. Safe with his parents, little Jesus rests in his bed of straw. Each piece is crafted and painted by hand.
Ceramic statuette, 'Wari Pret-a-Porter'
The vibrant polychrome patterns of Wari textile artistry inspires Lulli Luca in the design of this costume. "This ceramic statuette is from my 'Andean Women' collection, " the Peruvian artist says.
Retablo, 'Our Lady of Guadalupe'
Surrounded by flowers, the Virgin of Guadalupe is queen of the heavens. She first appeared in Mexico in 1531, and as proof of her visit, the Virgin caused roses to bloom at the site.
Ceramic nativity scene, 'Rejoice' (set of 8)
All rejoice at Jesus' birth as they come to accompany the Holy Family. Feriberto Aylas sculpts each ceramic figurine by hand and paints them with expressive detail.
Ceramic nativity scene, 'Divine Welcome' (set of 7)
Mary, Joseph and three shepherds keep a tender watch over Baby Jesus. Guarded by a loyal llama, this nativity scene is a moving testament to the art of Feriberto Aylas. He crafts each ceramic figurine by hand and paints them in traditional costumes and expressive details.
Celadon ceramic statuette, 'Deva Praying for Peace'
According to the tenets of Hinduism, a deva is a guardian of light and life who constantly wages battle upon demons known as asuras. In Thailand, this particular deva sculpted by Sorapon Dhupagupta is called Phra Poom, and is a powerful spirit who protects the house and the land.
Ceramic nativity scene, 'Highlands Christmas'
Portrayed as a couple from the Peruvian highlands, Mary and Joseph wear traditional Andean dress. The young parents seem serious as they consider the responsibilities of their newborn son.
Celadon ceramic statuette, 'Great Ganesha'
Lord Ganesha assumes a position of meditation, his voluptuous body portrayed in ceramic. The son of Shiva and Parvati, he is revered in the Hindu pantheon as the god of auspiciousness. He is portrayed with the head of an elephant, one tusk and four hands.
Ceramic nativity scene, 'Prince of Peace'
Wearing traditional Andean dress, Mary and Joseph end their quest for shelter in the highlands of Peru. Dionisio Rojas Guti�rrez crafts a New World creche where strong brick walls provide shelter from winter winds.
Ceramic nativity scene, 'Highland Christmas' (set of 5)
Depicting the Holy Family in the dress of the Peruvian highlands, Eugenio Balcazar crafts a charming nativity scene. Mary and Joseph gaze lovingly at little Jesus while a lamb and llama look on.