Cross of Lamentation Hand Made Religious Wood Retablo Diorama Andean Folk Art Rescuebox celebrating the unity and inherent

celebrating the unity and inherent beauty of all things

Inspired by this history

The artisan proudly continues with Peru's ancient tradition of stone carving from his workshop in the Ayacucho region

a glowing cultured pearl is framed by circular leaf patterns in this sterling silver cocktail ring from Java

Misty rainbow moonstone joins forces with labradorite in a beautifully unique pair of dangle earrings

Cross of Lamentation Hand Made Religious Wood Retablo Diorama Andean Folk Art Rescuebox celebrating the unity and inherentAfter Christ's death on the cross, the image itself came to be venerated as one of the most important Christian symbols. Alejandro Chvez shows an empty cross, graced with a portrait of Jesus. Ladders reach to beams where ofrendas (offerings) have been placed. Figures in traditional Andean dress kneel below the cross, their eyes lifted in devout prayer. Known as a retablo, this traditional diorama is housed in a colorful chest crafted of wood and