Dance in the Andes,'Hand Painted Wood Retablo from Peru'

Nightfall Flowers,'Floral Reverse Painted Glass Tray from Peru'

Working in the colonial tradition of reverse-painted glass, Peruvian artisan Floral Polo creates this stunning tray. It is crafted of wood with gold-tone color, its bottom decorated by a glass panel with hand-painted floral motifs against a black... ... more

Golden Flowers,'Gold-Tone Floral Reverse Painted Glass Tray from Peru'

Working in the colonial tradition of reverse painted glass, Peruvian artisan Floral Polo proudly presents this regal tray. It is crafted of wood with gold-tone paint, its bottom decorated by a glass panel with hand-painted gold-tone floral motifs. ... more

Margarita Joy,'Multicolored Reverse Painted Glass Tray from Peru'

Working in the colonial tradition of reverse-painted glass, Peruvian artisan Floral Polo proudly creates this joyous tray. It is crafted of wood with gold-tone paint, its bottom decorated by a glass panel with hand-painted floral motifs against a... ... more

Currant Fields,'Hand Painted Small Glass Framed Wall Mirror'

Gelacio Giron in Peru creates this small but lovely wall mirror, working in the time-honored art of reverse-painted glass. Wildflowers on a background of deep red-brown are painted on the reverse side of a glass pane, which is then set in a wood... ... more

Golden Harvest,'Leafy and Floral Reverse-Painted Glass Tray from Peru'

As an expert in the traditional reverse-painted glass technique, artisan Flora Polo from Peru puts all her expertise into this gorgeous tray, made with a sturdy gold-toned wood structure. Inspired by nature and the prosperous lands of the region,... ... more

'Yawar Fiesta' - Folk Art Wood Retablo Sculpture from Peru

Celebrating the condor and its impressive size and strength the yawar ( blood in Quechua) fiesta takes place in Peru's Apurimac and Ayacucho regions. The condor represents the people of Peru while the bull represents the Spanish. If the condor flies... ... more

Colonial Gold,'Four Floral Gold-Tone Reverse Painted Glass Coasters'

Using her work to carry on the artisanal traditions of Peru, Flora Polo presents a set of four coasters. Crafted of wood, each coaster features a glass panel with gold-tone floral designs that are painted by hand. This set of reverse painted glass... ... more

Mountain Dance,'Hand Painted Plaster and Wood Retablo from Peru'

Colorful plaster figurines play music and dance happily within this wood retablo. Crafted by artisan Jesus Urbano of Peru, the retablo is beautifully hand-painted with floral motifs. ... more

Loving Dance,'Hand Carved Jempinis Wood Romantic Statuette from Bali'

Romance blooms in this charming statuette hand carved from jempinis wood by Balinese artisan Gung Gus. Upon a painted brown base, a couple embraces lovingly while dancing together. Exquisite floral details are hand painted on the backs of the two... ... more

'Floral Reverse-Painted Glass Tray from Peru'

Featuring elegant hand-painted floral motifs against a teal background, this Peruvian tray carries on the colonial tradition of reverse-painted glass. Flora Polo creates the tray, which is crafted of wood with silver-toned edges and handles. ... more

'Tornillo Wood Dance-Themed Retablo by Peruvian Artisans'

A band plays alongside a scissors dancer within this retablo from Peru. Crafting his subjects from plaster of Paris within a tornillo wood box, Julio Gallardo reflects on one of this country's most exciting and treasured traditions, depicting the... ... more

Jaguar Guardian,'Hand-Painted Wood Jaguar Mask from Guatemala'

Inspired by traditional Guatemalan dance masks, Juan and Carolina create this striking wall mask to add an air of protection to your home decor. Carved from pinewood, a jaguar exposes its teeth. The jaguar's yellow face is painted by hand with black... ... more

Floral Marvel in Gold,'Reverse Painted Glass Tray in Gold from Peru'

Luxurious, floral vine motifs are featured in this decorative tray from Peru. The Ortiz Family diligently hand-paints the designs on the reverse side of a glass panel that rests at the bottom. They work together to craft the tray of wood, finished... ... more

Tijera Dance,'Cultural Dance Wood and Ceramic Retablo from Peru'

Characterized by elaborate moves with a giant pair of scissors, the traditional danza de las tijeras dance is paid homage in this stunning retablo from Peru. Erika Ulloa creates the retablo, which features a wood box with colorful floral motifs. The... ... more

Calavera Wedding,'Wedding-Themed Wood and Ceramic Retablo from Peru'

Crafted from wood and painted by hand with colorful floral motifs, this traditional retablo from Peru is created by Julio Gallardo. Opening with brass hinges, the doors reveal an intricate composition that is diligently crafted from handmade... ... more

Birds of a Feather in Rose,'Reverse Painted Glass and Wood Tray from Peru'

This beautiful tray, crafted in the time-honored tradition of reverse-painted glass, is designed by Felipe Giron in Peru. Two birds perched on a flowering branch are painted with meticulous detail on the reverse side of a glass pane. The pane is... ... more

Garden of the Butterflies,'Floral and Butterfly Motif Gourd Decorative Jar from Peru'

Filled with butterflies and dragonflies, a lovely floral garden is painted by hand in vibrant colors on the surface of this decorative jar from Peru. Teodolinda Seguil creates this jar, which is made from natural gourd shell with a knob of cedar wood. ... more

Dancing Party,'Dance-Themed Wood and Ceramic Retablo from Peru'

Crafted by hand from ceramic, a group of dancers and musicians bring down the house in this traditional retablo from Peru. Erika Ulloa creates this cultural addition to your home decor. The retablo is crafted of wood, featuring hand-painted floral... ... more

Cusco Meadow,'Floral Painted Glass and Wood Accent Mirror'

This beautiful wall accent mirror from Peru's Gliseria Soto combines the traditional art form of reverse-painted glass with the gilded ornamentation of the colonial Cusco school. The frame is crafted of wood and glass panes which have been painted... ... more

San Juan Bouquet,'Round Reverse-Painted Glass Mirror'

Inspired by the colonial style of the Cusco School, Gliseria Soto in Peru creates this gorgeous wall mirror. The mohena wood mirror is decorated in the traditional style of reverse-painted glass, whereby motifs are carefully hand painted on the... ... more

Miraflores Flora,'Reverse-Painted Glass Floral Tray'

This stunning tray is created by Flora Polo in Peru. She uses the time-honored technique of reverse-painted glass to create the colorful floral motifs. The painted glass pane is then installed in a wood tray with a golden finish. ... more

Bald Eagle,'Small Hand Crafted Eagle Wall Mask'

Inspired by traditional Guatemalan dance masks, Manuel Delfino creates this small mask. The bald eagle is carved from pine wood and hand painted. ... more

Cusco Butterfly,'Inca Inspired Wall Mirror'

Inspired by the butterfly motifs found on ceramic shards dating from the Inca Empire, this wall mirror from Manolo and Lucho in Peru is stunning. The rectangular mirror is crafted from wood and covered with hand-tooled leather that is painted in... ... more

Chinchero Nativity,'Handcrafted Peruvian Nativity Retablo'

This marvelous retablo from Erika Ulloa depicts figures clad in the traditional dress of Chinchero, in the Cusco region of Peru. They celebrate the birth of baby Jesus, accompanied by two llamas. The retablo is crafted from wood and ceramic and... ... more

Firebirds,'Set of 5 Accent Tables Handmade from Wood and Leather'

An exquisite five-piece set of matching accent tables is inspired by Colonial art and designed by artisan Abel Rios in Peru. The set is hand-crafted from local mohena wood and leather with embossed and hand-painted floral, leaf and bird motifs.... ... more

Enchanting Flora,'Wood and Leather Coffee Table Crafted and Painted by Hand'

This extraordinary coffee table features embossed and hand-painted motifs on leather that take inspiration from Colonial art and feature an antiqued finish. The lovely table designed by artisan Abel Rios in Peru and hand-crafted from mohena wood... ... more

Baris Gede Dance,'Dance-Themed Balinese Sculpture'

The Baris Gede is a traditional Balinese war dance that is performed by adult men. Ketut Bungkling beautifully captures the drama of the dance in this unique egg-shaped sculpture. The albesia wood egg is carefully painted in meticulous detail; it... ... more

Te Amo,'Romantic Folk Art Retablo'

This adorable retablo is the original creation of Alejandro Chavez in Peru. The wood and ceramic folk art accent features two levels. On the top, two Andean sweethearts express their love for each other; while on the bottom, hand-crafted hearts are... ... more

Ayacucho Scissors Dance,'Dance Themed Wood and Plaster Retablo'

The energetic danza de las tijeras or "scissors dance" of Peru, performed in Quechua villages, is listed on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Jesus Urbano in Peru recreates the dance in this wonderful wood and plaster retablo. The... ... more

Royal Silver,'Handcrafted Reverse-Painted Glass Tray'

Inspired by colonial design, Flora Polo in Peru creates this stunning tray. She works in the time-honored art of reverse-painted glass to craft the tray's base, which is set in a frame of silver-toned wood. ... more

Colonial Night,'Handmade Reverse Painted Glass and Wood Folding Table'

The reverse painted glass technique arrived in Peru with the Spaniards in the 16th century and even today, artisans like Asunta Pelaez still work with a noble method that gifts us with one of the most original and artistic handicrafts you can find.... ... more

Creating Love and Peace,'World Peace Project Ceramic and Wood Retablo from Peru'

This is my contribution to the World Peace Project, explains Peruvian artisan Julio Gallardo. "In it, I propose unity and love for all. I've created this with the intention of spreading a message of unconditional love for others, starting at home.... ... more

'Reverse-Painted Glass and Wood Serving Tray Handmade in Peru'

An unparalleled work of art is what derives from the use of the traditional reverse-painted glass technique for this exquisite serving tray. Designed by artisan Flora Polo, the tray is crafted from wood and glass in Peru and painted by hand with... ... more