Soapstone Retablo
Handcrafted in Peru
Availability:
Out of stock
SKU 6117020
Soapstone Retablo
Handcrafted in Peru
Availability:
Out of stock
SKU 6117020
STORY
A peaceful nativity scene hand-carved from pink and white alabaster. The Soapstone Retablo is handcrafted by the artisans working with Manos Amigas, our fair trade partner helping small workshops across Peru find new markets for their products and supporting health and education in maker communities. Retablos, or image boxes, portraying scenes of faith and daily life, were originally brought to Peru from Spain. This retablo joins this centuries-old art form.
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ABOUT THE ARTISAN
Manos Amigas
PERU
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