Cross of Lamentation Hand Made Religious Wood Retablo Diorama Andean Folk Art _artisan--novica-artisan-13684 Fernando Cano creates vibrant patterns

Fernando Cano creates vibrant patterns as he knits the hat in shades of plum

women's full sizes 6-11 (half sizes order next full size up)

finishing the chain with an elegant toggle clasp

imprinted with floral motifs and dotted designs

The Cantel Blown Glass Artisans of Guatemala handcraft this pitcher using glass salvaged from industrial and individual sources

Cross of Lamentation Hand Made Religious Wood Retablo Diorama Andean Folk Art _artisan--novica-artisan-13684 Fernando Cano creates vibrant patternsAfter 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