VTG Peruvian Folk Retablo 9 Festive Scenes, Manger Handpainted Figures Lg. 16"T

Description

View VTG Peruvian Folk Retablo 9 Festive Scenes, Manger Handpainted Figures Lg. 16"T with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Peruvian retablo, a sophisticated form of folk art originating in theAyacucho region of the central Peruvian highlands. This particular one is large. Lower Tiers : Often show secular celebrations, traditional folk dances (like the Danza de las Tijeras), markets, or agricultural work. Peruvian retablo , a sophisticated form of folk art originating in the Ayacucho region of the central Peruvian highlands. This particular one is large. Approximate measurements- 16" tall, 9" wide when closed, 16.5" open Please use pictures for the best description and condition.  Historical Roots : These portable boxes, originally called cajas de San Marcos, were introduced by Spanish priests in the 16th century to teach Catholicism to indigenous people. Transformation : By the mid-20th century, the art evolved into a secular form that reflects everyday Andean life. Craftsmanship : The figures are traditionally handcrafted from a mixture of gypsum powder and boiled potato paste , then painstakingly hand-painted. Interpretation of Scenes Retablos are known for their intricate layering of scenes: The Upper Tier : Typically depicts religious themes, such as the Nativity scene , featuring the Holy Family surrounded by shepherds and animals. Lower Tiers : Often show secular celebrations, traditional folk dances (like the Danza de las Tijeras), markets, or agricultural work. The figures in your retablo appear to be musicians and dancers in traditional andreon attire Based on the specific visual style, materials, and composition, this retablo most likely dates back to the late 20th century, specifically between the 1970s and 1990s . The Theme Blend : Before the 1940s, these boxes (cajas de San Marcos) were strictly religious. The specific format seen here—combining a traditional Catholic Nativity on top with bustling, secular musicians and corn-harvesting festivals below—grew immensely popular during the mid-to-late 20th century folk art boom in Ayacucho. Pigment and Material Wear : The exterior paint shows light patina, but the interior figures maintain the vibrant, saturated oranges, reds, and yellows typical of acrylic or stable commercial paints used by artisans starting in the latter half of the 20th century. Older 19th-century pieces rely on muted natural dyes and look completely different. Structural Details : The use of thin wood panels, simple hinges on the side doors, and molded potato-paste/gypsum figures match standard mid-to-late 20th-century production styles designed both for local festivals and the expanding international folk art                                                                              THANK YOU FOR LOOKING Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Holiday & Seasonal › Nativity Items. Brand: Unbranded.

Subject

Stamps

Character

Nativity Set

Occasion

All Occasions

Color

Multicolor

Material

Clay

Brand

Unbranded

Type

Folk Art Nativity

Department

Adult

Original/Licensed Reproduction

Original

Item Height

16"

Theme

Art

Collection

Clay Figures

Features

Handmade

Time Period Manufactured

1970-1979

Handmade

Yes

Item Width

16.5"

Country of Origin

Peru