Auth. Peruvian Retablo Ayacucho Folk Art HandPainted Mask WorkshopDiorama 20+fig

Description

View Auth. Peruvian Retablo Ayacucho Folk Art HandPainted Mask WorkshopDiorama 20+fig with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. These masks are central to Andean festivals like the Scissor Dance and various carnivals. A Masterpiece of Andean StorytellingThis vibrant, hand-painted Peruvian Retablo (specifically a retablo ayacuchano) is a stunning example of traditional folk art from the Ayacucho region. Unlike common religious scenes, this piece depicts a detailed Mask Workshop (Taller de Máscaras), a secular theme highly prized by collectors for its intricate cultural storytelling.Exceptional Detail & Artistry:The interior features a bustling artisan workshop with over 20 individually hand-molded masks displayed on shelves and worktables. These masks are central to Andean festivals like the Scissor Dance and various carnivals. Identifiable figures include:The Diablada (Devil): Vibrant red and gold masks used to represent the struggle between good and evil.Animal Spirits: Including the Condor (sacred messenger of the skies) and various jungle predators.Festive Characters: Grotesque and colorful faces meant to terrify and delight during traditional processions.Traditional Craftsmanship:Materials: Every figure is meticulously shaped from a traditional "pasta" made of boiled potato flour and gypsum, then hand-painted with vibrant pigments.The Box: Crafted from solid wood (typically cedar), featuring the iconic floral "Ayacuchano" doors in brilliant blues, yellows, and whites. Condition: Very Good vintage condition, signs of display and age. The colors remain exceptionally bright, and all hand-molded figures are intact. The leather hinges on the folding doors are sturdy and functional.This is a significant, high-figure-count piece for any collector of Latin American folk art or ethnographic masks. Please Inspect Photos Carefully for Condition & Information on Item Listed Before Purchase You will Receive the Item Pictured SEALED ITEMS must remain SEALED for Full Refund Returns We strive to document our items as accurately as possible as well as ship them with proper protection. If you encounter any issues with your purchase we encourage you to contact us as soon as possible to work it out. We want customer satisfaction. Please NOTE that MEDIA MAIL can be SLOW so If you are in a hurry to receive your item we recommend choosing GROUND ADVANTAGE & or PRIORITY MAIL. Thank You For Looking! SHIPS NEXT BUSINESS DAY Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Cultures & Ethnicities › Latin American › Peru.

Provenance

Ownership History Not Available

Handmade

Yes

Culture

Peruvian

Country of Origin

Peru