Regal Retablo Nativity Set

DESCRIPTION: This nativity scene hand‒painted in jewel tones is fit for a king. 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. 

PRODUCT DETAILS: 

• Materials: Plywood + black leather
  
• Measures: 4" W x 5.5" H (at highest point) x 2" L inches
  

IMPACT: Made with love in Peru ♥ Ten Thousand Villages is a global maker-to-market movement that addresses economic injustice. They are a pioneer of fair trade, they do business differently, putting people and the planet first. That means you can trust that every purchase you make directly impacts the life and community of its maker in an under-resourced community. Together we break the cycle of generational poverty and ignite social change. #LiveLifeFair

THE MAKER: Intercrafts Peru is a nonprofit civic association promoting export sales of Peruvian handicrafts. A democratic cooperative of artisan groups, Intercrafts Peru allows artisans full participation in organizational decisions. The group's aim is to keep overhead costs low, to share responsibility so more income remains in the hands of the artisans, and to explore new markets. The association's headquarters are located in Lima with other offices situated in the marginal districts and communities of Lima, Ayacucho, Huancayo, Cuzco, Puno, Arequipa and Piura. Benefits to members include health care, loan funds and advances, school supplies and books, training programs and technical assistance. Ten Thousand Villages has purchased products from Intercrafts Peru since 1993.intercrafts-peru