Retablo and Canvas
The retablo art form traces its origins to Spain, and was perfected in Peru by Ayacucho artisans who saw it as a way to combine their religious traditions with those of Spanish-imposed Catholicism. Retablos have been among my favorite discoveries in Peru and throughout the world, and I have several adorning my own home.
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Man and Oxen Canvas
Antique Virgin and Child Canvas
Colonial Frames and Adornments
Peru’s colonial period is reflected in wooden artifacts that are ornately carved, soundly constructed and often painted with bright colors. Today, many of these colors have mellowed to a rich, rustic patina. Alongside the tradition of painting wooden objects, many Peruvian adornments – such as our massive chapel door – were left in their natural state.
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Antique Chapel Door
Rustic Door Frame - ideal as a fireside accent
Antique Angel Frame
Floral Painted Frame - a modern-day interpretation of the colonial style
Colonial Candle Stand
Tales From The Trails
Uncommon courtesy
While hiking through a wet, muddy tract, our guides – a mother and son -– walked ahead of us and chopped down banana leaves. It was the perfect way for mom, dad and me to cross the Peruvian muck.
Only a small sample of our selection
The Tessera products featured online are indicative of the quality and authenticity we offer, but are only a small sampling of our entire selection. If you don’t see what you’re looking for, chances are we have it, or can locate it for you.
To schedule a showroom visit, or for more product specifics, please call me, Cristi Ambroson, at 713-661-4935 or e-mail cristi@exploretessera.com.
The Tessera showroom is located at 4404-A West 12th, Houston, TX, USA 77055.
Visits by appointment only, please.