Nichos

Tin Nicho Iglesia

Nichos have been used for centuries in Europe and Latin American countries as places to put religious statues and images. Tin nichos came into being in Mexico in the 18th century, when tin mining became a main industry. Originally the tin used was from...

Handpainted Peruvian Folk Art, Amor Eterno Nicho with Red Heart, Vintage Decor

Handpainted Peruvian Folk Art, Amor Eterno Nicho with Red Heart, Vintage Decor 3" x 2.25"

Rustic & Vintage Mexican Folk Art, Small Tin Nicho Shadow Box, Unique Home Decor

Sold as is. See pictures. Vintage, rustic, may have some scratches and marks.  Nichos have been used for centuries in Europe and Latin American countries as places to put religious statues and images. Tin nichos came into being in Mexico in the...

Peruvian Retablo Doctor Office

Retablos are a sophisticated Andean folk art in the form of portable boxes which depict religious, historical, or everyday events that are important to the Indigenous people of the highlands of Peru and Bolivia. The Spanish word retablo comes from the...

Tin Nicho Iglesia 1

Nichos have been used for centuries in Europe and Latin American countries as places to put religious statues and images. Tin nichos came into being in Mexico in the 18th century, when tin mining became a main industry. Originally the tin used was from...

Handcarved Guatemalan Folk Art, Wooden Our Lady of Guadalupe Altar Plaque, Saint of Mexico

One of a Kind Guatemalan Religious Decor  Handcarved Guatemalan Folk Art, Wooden Our Lady of Guadalupe Altar Plaque, Saint of Mexico 11.75"x19"x0.75"  Our Lady of Guadalupe Patron Saint of Mexico

Handcarved Guatemalan Folk Art, Wooden Our Lady of Guadalupe Plaque, Patron Saint of Mexico

One of a Kind Guatemalan Religious Decor  Handcarved Guatemalan Folk Art, Wooden Our Lady of Guadalupe Plaque, Patron Saint of Mexico 11.5"x19"x0.75"  Our Lady of Guadalupe Patron Saint of Mexico

Rustic & Vintage Mexican Folk Art, Tin Shadow Box, Silver Nicho Home Decor

Rustic & Vintage Mexican Folk Art, Tin Shadow Box, Silver Nicho Home Decor 4"x6.5"x0.5"  Sold as is. See pictures. Vintage, rustic, may have some scratches and marks.  Nichos have been used for centuries in Europe and Latin American...

Rustic & Vintage Mexican Folk Art, Silver Tin Heart Shaped Nicho Shadow Box, Unique Home Decor

Sold as is. See pictures. Vintage, rustic, may have some scratches and marks.  Nichos have been used for centuries in Europe and Latin American countries as places to put religious statues and images. Tin nichos came into being in Mexico in the...

Rustic & Vintage Mexican Folk Art, Tin Silver Heart Nicho Shadow Box, Unique Home Decor

Sold as is. See pictures. Vintage, rustic, may have some scratches and marks.  Nichos have been used for centuries in Europe and Latin American countries as places to put religious statues and images. Tin nichos came into being in Mexico in the...

Rustic & Vintage Mexican Folk Art, Silver Tin Heart Nicho Shadow Box, Unique Home Decor

Sold as is. See pictures. Vintage, rustic, may have some scratches and marks.  Nichos have been used for centuries in Europe and Latin American countries as places to put religious statues and images. Tin nichos came into being in Mexico in the...

Tin Nicho with Vintage Photo 4 1/2" x 2 1/4"

Mexican tin works are also notable for the religious prints that occupy the frames. Taken together, the decorative tin work tradition of Mexico and the popular religious prints of the day represent a powerful religious expression of a devout people.

Framed Etching of Christ on Cross 8 1/2" x 11 1/4"

Mexican tin works are also notable for the religious prints that occupy the frames. Taken together, the decorative tin work tradition of Mexico and the popular religious prints of the day represent a powerful religious expression of a devout people.

Framed Etching of Christ on Cross 6" x 8 1/4"

Rocio Pindeter "I want or traditions to be reflected in my artwork. This is why I fill them with symbolism, with beliefs, with roots and with contrasts." "Mexico's folklore, traditions and fiestas are wonderful. They inspire...

Peruvian Retablo Shaman or Curandero

In the Andes, shamanism is more properly known as curanderismo (from the Spanish curar: to heal). It is a form of folk healing that includes various techniques such as prayer, herbal medicine, healing rituals, spiritualism, and psychic healing.

Framed Etching Guadalupe 8 1/2" x 11 1/4"

Mexican tin works are also notable for the religious prints that occupy the frames. Taken together, the decorative tin work tradition of Mexico and the popular religious prints of the day represent a powerful religious expression of a devout people.

Framed Etching Angel 8 1/2" X 11 1/4"

Mexican tin works are also notable for the religious prints that occupy the frames. Taken together, the decorative tin work tradition of Mexico and the popular religious prints of the day represent a powerful religious expression of a devout people.