Description
they transform silver into willow tree leaves
Artisans use the shibori dyeing technique to create this soft infinity scarf
Punctuated by sterling silver vine beads
designs a proud peacock showing off his feathers
The braided cord bracelet is strung with polished beads of 950 silver
Little Carnaval Scene Folk Art Retablo Wall Mounted Mirror Guena they transform silver into willowAlejandro Chvez crafts a mirror frame rooted in Andean tradition. Varied scenes represent Carnavalito (Little Carnival), a celebration held in the Peruvian Andes. Musicians play traditional instruments, participants re enact the birth of Jesus, incredible masks hang on the wall, and a couple stands beneath a towering prickly pear cactus. Known as a retablo, this traditional diorama is housed in a colorful chest crafted of wood and painted. Chvez