3-piece Ceramic Nativity from Peru
*PURCHASE OF THIS PRODUCT FUNDS 10 FOOD FOR ORPHANS™ MEALS
$24.00
- Joseph: 4″ high x 2-1/2″ wide x 1-3/4″ deep
- Mary: 4-1/4″ high x 2-1/2″ wide x 1-3/4″ deep
- Baby Jesus: 3/4″ high x 2-1/2″ wide x 1-3/4″ deep
The patterns on the surface of the ceramic characters in this 3-piece nativity set are a traditional shipibo design. Many believe that it represents an ancient language, others think the pattern depicts the great Amazon river and yet another belief is that the pattern is a simulation of the the great Anaconda snake. This handmade nativity set isa great way to celebrate Christmas and a perfect gift for family and friends this holy season.
This nativity set is hand-crafted by traditional artisans of the Shapibo tribe of Peru, known for their quality ceramic art. Manos Amigas (Friendly Hands) assist the Shipibo villagers in exporting their products and in community development programs.
*PURCHASE OF THIS PRODUCT FUNDS 10 FOOD FOR ORPHANS™ MEALS
Peru’s native Shipibo tribes are known for their strong cultural heritage, unique cosmology and their unmistakable ceramic arts. Unfortunately, Shipibo villagers also suffer from extreme poverty, and most live without access to basic education and medical care in poor villages along the Río Ucayali, a tributary of the Amazon River. Manos Amigas (Friendly Hands) works with the Shipibo villagers to develop their traditional craft and helps export their vases, sculpture and ornaments to the United States and Europe. Manos Amigas also offers free courses in design, accounting and business marketing and helps artisans identify new markets for their crafts.
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